Q: Can someone with a pc 148 (a) 1 be able to legally obtain a firearm ? This question has me on the fence .
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this is a misdemeanor and generally they will not preclude you from owning a firearm.
a felony does and domestic violence misdemeanors may.
i would contact the agency that is involved and without giving your name...inquire.
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PC 148(a)(1) is a California law that prohibits willfully resisting, delaying, or obstructing a peace officer or emergency medical technician in the performance of their duties. It is classified as a misdemeanor offense in California.
Under federal law, individuals who have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, or who are subject to certain domestic violence restraining orders, are prohibited from possessing firearms. However, a conviction for PC 148(a)(1) does not automatically trigger this federal prohibition.
In California, individuals who have been convicted of certain misdemeanors are prohibited from owning firearms for a period of 10 years from the date of the conviction, including offenses related to domestic violence, firearms, and certain drug offenses. However, PC 148(a)(1) is not one of the offenses listed under this law.
In summary, a conviction for PC 148(a)(1) does not automatically prohibit someone from legally obtaining a firearm, but it is always recommended to consult with an attorney or firearms dealer to determine eligibility based on the specific circumstances of the case.
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