Kentucky Statutes 237.070 – Prohibition against sale or transfer of firearm to convicted felon
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(1) No person shall knowingly sell or transfer a firearm to any person prohibited from possessing it by KRS § 527.040.
(2) Any person who violates the provisions of subsection (1) of this section is guilty of a Class A misdemeanor.
For details, see § 532.090
(3) Any firearm transferred in violation of this section shall be subject to forfeiture and shall be disposed of pursuant to KRS § 237.090.
Effective: July 15, 1994
History: Created 1994 Ky. Acts ch. 396, sec. 2, effective July 15, 1994.
(2) Any person who violates the provisions of subsection (1) of this section is guilty of a Class A misdemeanor.
Attorney's Note
Under the Kentucky Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class A misdemeanor | up to 12 months | up to $500 |
(3) Any firearm transferred in violation of this section shall be subject to forfeiture and shall be disposed of pursuant to KRS § 237.090.
Effective: July 15, 1994
History: Created 1994 Ky. Acts ch. 396, sec. 2, effective July 15, 1994.