can a felon live in a home where the homeowner owns firearms?
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can a felon live in a home where the homeowner owns firearms?
My nephew is being released from prison, prior to that he lived in my home. My question is, if his judicial is accepted, can he come back home?
Asked on March 6, 2017 under Criminal Law, Ohio
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 7 years ago | Contributor
if your nephew is a convicted felon but will not be in possession of the firearm, then he can move back in. This means that you must store the gun in a place that is accessible only you and not to your nephew (e.g. a locked gun case in your bedroom, etc.).
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