Firearm Prohibition is a Collateral Consequence of Using Marijuana
One of the collateral consequences to a drug conviction is the prohibition against possessing a firearm or ammunition. Even if the charge does not involve a firearm. Did you know that Iowa law tracks federal law when it comes to marijuana and firearms? A drug conviction within the past 365 days will trigger the prohibition. So will a self-admission of use or possession in an officer’s narrative report. Or multiple arrests within 5 years establishing a pattern of use. This can include drug related DUIs or paraphernalia charges with positive residue tests. Same for use of marijuana under a state-approved […]
