Question on convicted felon using firearm at range only

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  • edrod68

    Active Member
    Jun 6, 2013
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    Westminster, MD
    Quick question....not sure of the correct answer to give a friend of mine.

    He has a relative who is coming to visit (who is a convicted felon) and my friend would like to take him to the range to shoot his guns.

    Is this allowed under Maryland law? I know that a convicted felon may not own a weapon, or have one transferred to them. But my understanding is that letting someone use a firearm at a range is not considered a transfer as the firearm is still under his possession at the time.

    I just wanted to see if there was any opinion on this as I don't want him to get into a situation where he could be putting himself at risk.

    Any help would be appreciated.
     

    Inigoes

    Head'n for the hills
    MDS Supporter
    Dec 21, 2008
    49,687
    SoMD / West PA
    If the convicted felon wants to shoot Black Powder or anything antique is fine.

    If it is a "public" range requiring a use permit, then it may be good advice to back out. The paperwork may be held against them in the future.
     

    Name Taken

    Ultimate Member
    Feb 23, 2010
    11,891
    Central
    Possession is possession does not have to be ownership.

    He can not possess (read touch) a modern firearm.

    Take him bow hunting or something.
     

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