Vermont Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

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What constitutes a prohibited person from possessing firearms under Vermont law?

Anyone under 21
Only convicted felons
Individuals convicted of certain crimes and the mentally ill
Non-U.S. citizens

The correct answer is: Individuals convicted of certain crimes and the mentally ill

Under Vermont law, certain individuals are prohibited from possessing firearms. These individuals include anyone convicted of certain crimes, such as violent crimes, drug offenses, or domestic violence. In addition, individuals who have been adjudicated as mentally ill or have been involuntarily hospitalized for mental health treatment are also prohibited from possessing firearms. Option A, anyone under 21, is incorrect because while minors under 21 are not allowed to purchase firearms in Vermont, they are not necessarily prohibited from possessing them. Option B, only convicted felons, is incorrect because in addition to convicted felons, individuals convicted of certain misdemeanors such as domestic assault and stalking are also prohibited from possessing firearms. Option D, non-U.S. citizens, is incorrect because being a non-U.S. citizen does not automatically prohibit someone from possessing firearms under Vermont law. However, non-U.S. citizens may be restricted from purchasing firearms depending on their immigration status.