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Don't Lose Your Right to Own a Gun!



ALERT!

ALERT!

ALERT!

 

 

If you have ever been convicted of

Domestic Violence,

 

you should NOT possess a gun

or ammunition for a gun.

You could be prosecuted for a federal crime as identified in
18 U.S.C. 1988.

If you are convicted of Domestic Violence,
YOU SHOULD KNOW:

 

You can lose your right to possess a firearm, gun or ammunition if you are convicted of a domestic violence in ANY court in Alabama.


Domestic Violence is by definition

an act against a current or former spouse, parent, child, any person with whom the defendant has a child in common, a present or former household member, or a person who has or had a dating or engagement relationship with the defendant. Domestic violence charges incorporate by definition the crimes of assault, menacing, reckless endangerment, or harassment. (13A-6-130, 131 and 132, Code of Alabama, 1975 define Domestic Violence and include 13A-6-20, 21, 22, 23 and 24, Code of Alabama, 1975).

Federal law states,

"It shall be unlawful for any person - who has been convicted in any court of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, to ship or transport in interstate or foreign commerce, or possess in or affecting commerce, any firearm or ammunition; or to receive any firearm or ammunition which has been shipped or transported in interstate or foreign commerce." 18 U.S.C. §1988 (g)(9) (emphasis added.).  18 U.S.C. §1988 was a little noticed add-on "earmark" type law added to an omnibus spending bill. Its effect is to control gun ownership by making ownership of guns or ammunition a federal crime for everyone who has been convicted of a Domestic Violence charge. Only 37 states have criminal laws identifying domestic violence. Alabama is one of those states. If you have been arrested for or charged with domestic violence, call a lawyer immediately!

Our firm understands that people develop tensions. Before your tensions get out of control, we advise you to seek a counselor, church or pastor who can help you handle stress in a legally acceptable manner. If you are presently facing charges of domestic violence, we can help you begin to deal with your problems. Call and ask for our help in preparing for your defense and dealing with the situation.


Call now. Do not wait until the week of trial!