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I know that theft is a category c felony but on my plea deal paperwork the attempted theft was a gross misdemeanor. I know I still have rights if it’s a gross misdemeanor but the more I read into the ATF guidelines of background check I’m not sure sure how it works. Also I completed probation... View More 
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answered on Oct 12, 2023
If you were originally charged with felony theft, but that charge was reduced to a non-felony conviction, then that charge will not bar you from legally possessing or purchasing a firearm. The judgement of conviction will be the controlling document.
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