New Mexico Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

Can individuals convicted of a felony own a firearm in New Mexico?

1. Yes, without any restrictions

2. Yes, but only after a certain period

3. No, under federal and state law

4. Only if the conviction has been expunged

The correct answer is: No, under federal and state law

Individuals in New Mexico who have been convicted of a felony are prohibited from owning a firearm under both federal and state law. This is because felons are considered "prohibited persons" under the Gun Control Act, which prohibits them from possessing firearms. Additionally, New Mexico state law also prohibits felons from owning firearms, regardless of whether or not the conviction has been expunged. Options A and B are incorrect because they do not take into account the federal and state laws prohibiting felons from owning firearms. Option D may also seem like a viable answer, but it is important to note that even with an expungement, federal law still considers the individual a "prohibited person," and thus they are still unable to legally own a firearm.