CanI ever use firearms to hunt if I’m a convicted felon?
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CanI ever use firearms to hunt if I’m a convicted felon?
I have been convicted of poss. of a controlled substance Schedule II, delivery of a controlled substance Schedule II, unlawful use of a motor vehicle, and possession of a controlled substance. These are all Class C felonies in OR and the first 3 were from 2004 and the last one was from 2007.
Asked on September 17, 2010 under Criminal Law, Oregon
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 14 years ago | Contributor
It is my understanding that the law in Oregon as it stands prohibits a felon from possessing a firearm. The law does not seem to make a distinction for "hunting" and merely says "possessing." Being found guilty under the law is a crime known as "felon in possession of a firearm." This is codified under the law under section 166.270. There is a small distinction for those that were convicted of marijuana possession but the conviction had to be before a date in 1972. That would not apply to you. I would, however, double check with a criminal defense attorney in your are to be sure. And hunting with a bow and arrow will probably be out too.
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