Hello forum,
I live in Miami, FL. Back in July of 2006, I was charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, however the disposition was(no action) and a discharged certificate was issued. I was never prosecuted, never did time or faced any charges whatsoever for this incident. I've been able to obtain jobs with no problems after background checks and I'm even currently working for the Federal Government(which usually does a rigorous and thorough check)..
Now, almost 5 years later; I'd like to purchase a firearm(shotgun). I'm not sure what could happen in regards to the law. I've been told I should not have any problems at the local gun shows; nevertheless, I'd like to take the proper steps prior to buying the gun so I ask:
1) Can this incident in my record prevent me from buying a firearm or can I be denied the right to buy a firearm?
2) And more importantly, can such record be sealed and/or expunged?
Thanks in advance..
I live in Miami, FL. Back in July of 2006, I was charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, however the disposition was(no action) and a discharged certificate was issued. I was never prosecuted, never did time or faced any charges whatsoever for this incident. I've been able to obtain jobs with no problems after background checks and I'm even currently working for the Federal Government(which usually does a rigorous and thorough check)..
Now, almost 5 years later; I'd like to purchase a firearm(shotgun). I'm not sure what could happen in regards to the law. I've been told I should not have any problems at the local gun shows; nevertheless, I'd like to take the proper steps prior to buying the gun so I ask:
1) Can this incident in my record prevent me from buying a firearm or can I be denied the right to buy a firearm?
2) And more importantly, can such record be sealed and/or expunged?
Thanks in advance..
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