Q: How much time could i get for purchasing a firearm in my name for someone else?
A: Whoa! Don't do that. First, falsification to obtain a firearm is fifth degree felony carrying up to 1 year under Ohio law. Second, unlawful transaction in weapons is a felony of the fourth degree carrying up to 18 months under Ohio law. Third, knowingly making false statements in connection with the purchase of a firearm is a federal crime carrying 10 years. Fourth, there are a variety of other federal crimes you may be committing depending on the nature of the firearm and the reason the other person cannot buy their own firearm. Each of these carries 1, 5, or 10 years as well. Finally, if the firearm is used in the commission of a crime you could face liability for complicity or aiding and abetting. Penalties there depend on how serious the crime and your exact involvement.
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