Shotgun Certificate Granted With Previous With Criminal Record

[Lamper121 239]

Hi All,

 

Anyone know of people who have been granted a shotgun certificate when they have a past criminal record?

 

Does anyone have any tips on how best to prepare for an application under such circumstances, e.g certain documents or proof of improved character or getting a lawyer involved?

 

Examples of excuses for refusal or examples of things the police have asked for in order to grant such applications would be greatly appreciated.

 

I'm sure this has been asked before but Id like to see recent examples as the way the police are with such matters is changing rapidly due to the European political situation etc.

 

Cheers!

[Welsh_red 4,779]

I have a conviction for burglary and for buying alcohol for someone underage . They were 10 years ago . I didn't have any documents of improved character or a lawyer involved and got my licence . It did take near 6 months and i think that was down to them looking at my convictions and taking their time making a decision . Just be 100% truthful and maybe phone a fire arms officer or go to your local police station and ask a officer . If you have been to jail I think it a no go tho

 

I applied in June/July this year and got it just before Christmas

Edited January 28, 2016 by Welsh_red

[Lamper121 239]

Thanks Welsh_red

 

Id be interested to know of anyone who has been granted with a pervious jail term on their record.

[Welsh_red 4,779]

Thanks Welsh_red

 

Id be interested to know of anyone who has been granted with a pervious jail term on their record.

I think a jail term u won't get one . Or maybe it's it your jail term is a certain length I'm not sure . Greater minds than me on here will give you a proper answer soon enough

[Torquemada 288]

As has been said before, over 3 years inside and a lifetime ban on all SGC & FAC.

[Torquemada 288]

And if its pervious then you really are fooked

[Lamper121 239]

Thanks Torquemada

 

I had read enough to understand over 3 years was a no no.

 

What do you mean you are done if it's 'pervious' by which I guess you mean previous?

 

I seem to see people say time since the offense is a big factor - we are talking 10 years ago now

 

Also do you reckon they take into consideration if you were a SGC and FAC holder before the conviction without any problems?

[Torquemada 288]

I was just taking the mick on pervious

 

Again, if it was so long ago and you have been clean since, and it was under the 3 year limit, and you declare it on your application, I am sure that if you do the interview okay then you will be granted.

[Deker 3,478]

There are set rules about this and the 3 year jail as mentioned means a life ban.

 

Just the same, as with any flawed background, human nature alone means, even if you still qualify, you may have a little struggle.

[walshie 2,804]

As has been said before, over 3 years inside and a lifetime ban on all SGC & FAC.

 

It's the actual sentence, not time served inside. And if it was less than 3 years, but more than 3 months, the person is prohibited from owning any type of firearm for 5 years from his release date.

[Torquemada 288]

Correction noted fella.

[walshie 2,804]

Correction noted fella.

 

I wasn't being a pedant. Just thought the OP should know.

[Lamper121 239]

Thanks to all for your comments

[delswal 3,819]

Hi All,

 

Anyone know of people who have been granted a shotgun certificate when they have a past criminal record?

 

Does anyone have any tips on how best to prepare for an application under such circumstances, e.g certain documents or proof of improved character or getting a lawyer involved?

 

Examples of excuses for refusal or examples of things the police have asked for in order to grant such applications would be greatly appreciated.

 

I'm sure this has been asked before but Id like to see recent examples as the way the police are with such matters is changing rapidly due to the European political situation etc.

 

Cheers!

I served time for ermmmmm never mind, I thought they were aspirins anyway…….and Ive got both sgc and firearms………..depends on nature of sentence and how long you have kept your nose clean since release, I applied 6 yrs after release and now possess both.

[owen12345 43]

i find this very interesting I will be looking into this myself, I have a couple of minor convictions and always thought I would automatically get refused for a shotgun license.