Massachusetts Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

Can a person convicted of a felony own a firearm in Massachusetts?

1. Yes, if the felony did not involve violence

2. Yes, after a certain period of time has passed

3. No, with very limited exceptions

4. Yes, but only after receiving a pardon

The correct answer is: No, with very limited exceptions

In Massachusetts, it is generally illegal for a person convicted of a felony to own a firearm. This is because a felony is a serious offense and the state does not want to risk allowing a potentially dangerous person to own a firearm. While the other options may seem somewhat plausible, they are not entirely accurate. Option A suggests that a person can own a firearm as long as the felony did not involve violence, but the law does not make this distinction. Option B suggests that there is a certain amount of time after which a person can own a firearm, but this is not true for felons in Massachusetts. Option D suggests that a pardon can allow a person to own a firearm, but this is not always the case and it is up to the discretion of the state. Therefore, option C is the most accurate answer as it reflects the general law in Massachusetts regarding felons owning firearms.