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Big Sarge · 02-17-2011, 09:42 AM

You have to look at the Federal Law for these restrictions. These laws are binding in all states and territories. The Gun Control act of 1968 sets limitations as to mental competency and prior criminal offenses. This has also been expanded to cover misdemeanor offenses related to domestic violence. There is a mandatory background check from the US Government before you can purchase. Recently, vets diagnosed with PTSD through the VA have been prevented from purchasing firearms. This has caused problems because it often applies to vets who have never been hospitalized for mentall illness.

I'm from MS. State gun laws are lax because Federal law has taken the front on regulation and prosecution for violations. Remember Federal law supersedes state

02-17-2011, 09:42 AM	#49
Big Sarge Werepandas - lurking in your shadows Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: In the Deep South Posts: 3,408	You have to look at the Federal Law for these restrictions. These laws are binding in all states and territories. The Gun Control act of 1968 sets limitations as to mental competency and prior criminal offenses. This has also been expanded to cover misdemeanor offenses related to domestic violence. There is a mandatory background check from the US Government before you can purchase. Recently, vets diagnosed with PTSD through the VA have been prevented from purchasing firearms. This has caused problems because it often applies to vets who have never been hospitalized for mentall illness. I'm from MS. State gun laws are lax because Federal law has taken the front on regulation and prosecution for violations. Remember Federal law supersedes state __________________ Give a man a match, & he'll be warm for 20 seconds. But toss that man a white phosphorus grenade and he'll be warm for the rest of his life.