: While minor traffic warrants might not always trigger a denial in every state, warrants related to domestic violence , stalking, or restraining orders almost always result in an immediate federal and state denial. 3. The Background Check Process (NICS) Overview of Key California Firearms Laws
: Regardless of fugitive status, you are federally barred from purchasing a gun if you are currently under indictment for any crime punishable by more than one year in prison (typically felonies). 2. State-Specific Restrictions
Under federal law ( 18 U.S.C. § 922(g) ), a "fugitive from justice" is prohibited from possessing or purchasing firearms.
: As of 2017, the Department of Justice narrowed this definition to only include individuals who have (1) fled the state where the warrant was issued, (2) did so to avoid prosecution, and (3) are subject to imminent criminal prosecution.
: Some states, like California and Virginia , explicitly prohibit anyone with any outstanding felony or "specified misdemeanor" warrant from purchasing a firearm.
: While minor traffic warrants might not always trigger a denial in every state, warrants related to domestic violence , stalking, or restraining orders almost always result in an immediate federal and state denial. 3. The Background Check Process (NICS) Overview of Key California Firearms Laws
: Regardless of fugitive status, you are federally barred from purchasing a gun if you are currently under indictment for any crime punishable by more than one year in prison (typically felonies). 2. State-Specific Restrictions
Under federal law ( 18 U.S.C. § 922(g) ), a "fugitive from justice" is prohibited from possessing or purchasing firearms.
: As of 2017, the Department of Justice narrowed this definition to only include individuals who have (1) fled the state where the warrant was issued, (2) did so to avoid prosecution, and (3) are subject to imminent criminal prosecution.
: Some states, like California and Virginia , explicitly prohibit anyone with any outstanding felony or "specified misdemeanor" warrant from purchasing a firearm.