Federal Weapons Possession Flashcards
1
Q
What does 18 USC 922 (g) do?
A
prohibits person in possession (of firearm OR AMMUNITION)
2
Q
Does federal law require an operable firearm?
A
No, the firearm does not need to be operable (unlike state law)
3
Q
Does federal law require that the firearm have a nexus with interstate commerce?
A
yes
4
Q
what are the 2 elements of a federal possession case?
A
- Knowledge
2. Actual or constructive possession
5
Q
what constitutes an armed career criminal?
A
3 prior convictions for violent felonies or drug trafficking crimes + violation of 922(g). - 15 year mandatory sentence
