Gun Possession During a Domestic Violence Injunction
A person who has been victimized by a relative or significant other’s abusive behavior may file for legal protection. While the court works through this legal protection process, a person can enjoy certain protective benefits that may limit the rights of their abuser due to the filing of an injunction. In particular, people under a domestic violence injunction may not be allowed to possess a gun.
If you have been abused by a person close to you, it is important to talk to a lawyer regarding legal means to protect yourself. For more information regarding your legal options and rights when looking for protection from an abuser, contact the Boca Raton domestic violence attorneys of Eric N. Klein & Associates, P.A., at 561-353-2800 today.
Gun Rights in Domestic Abuse Cases
Firearm ownership is protected under the Second Amendment. However, a person who poses a serious threat to their significant other or relative may have his or her gun rights restricted. If this threat is considered substantial enough, the law may not allow a person under a domestic violence injunction order to possess a firearm during that time.
Domestic violence cases can change a person’s gun rights in the following cases:
- The gun ban is in effect during the temporary injunction
- The gun ban is effective both under state and federal law
- Restraining order injunctions can also enforce a gun possession ban
- If a person is convicted of a felony, they may permanently lose the right to possess a firearm
These injunctions are considered a major step towards keeping a victim of domestic abuse safe from reprisal from their abuser.
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If you have been abused by someone close to you, there may be legal options available to keep you safe from further harm. To learn more, contact the Boca Raton domestic violence lawyers of Eric N. Klein & Associates, P.A., by calling 561-353-2800.
