Friday, December 15, 2023

What Happens if You’re Charged with Illegal Possession of a Firearm?

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There are some firearms that are illegal to possess in the state of Michigan, and there are some individuals who are barred from gun ownership entirely. Each of the following firearms, forms of ammunition, and accessories are illegal in the State of Michigan:

 

      Weapons that are fully automatic, including machine guns

      Short-barreled shotguns and rifles – other than when allowed by federal law

      Armor-piercing ammunition

      Mufflers and silencers

 

Those individuals whom Michigan bars from gun ownership include all the following:

 

      Anyone who is under the age of 18.

      Anyone who fails to answer at least 70 percent of the basic pistol safety questionnaire correctly.

      Anyone who is committed to an institution in relation to mental health problems or who is declared legally insane.

      Anyone who is a convicted felon – there are instances when the right to own a gun can be restored after three years. 

 

Learn more here regarding illegal possession of a firearm in Michigan here.

 

If you’re looking for a gun charges attorney in Michigan with extensive and specialized experience following an arrest, please consider calling the Ann-Arbor based practice of GLG Michigan.  (734) 263-2780

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