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FelonyCalifornia · Penal Code § 29800

Felon in Possession of a Gun

Having a gun when you are not allowed because of a past felony.

Serious crime. Can mean state prison.

What the prosecutor must prove

They must prove every one of these. If one is missing, you should not be found guilty.

  1. 1You had a gun, or it was under your control.
  2. 2You knew you had it.
  3. 3You had a past felony conviction.

Possible punishment

16 months, 2, or 3 years in prison.