Connecticut Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

Who is prohibited from possessing a firearm in Connecticut?

1. Convicted felons only

2. Individuals with a history of mental illness

3. Both convicted felons and individuals with a history of mental illness

4. Only non-residents

The correct answer is: Both convicted felons and individuals with a history of mental illness

In Connecticut, both convicted felons and individuals with a history of mental illness are prohibited from possessing a firearm. This is because both factors can be considered as potential risks for the misuse of a firearm. Felons have a past criminal record which can indicate a tendency towards violence, while individuals with a history of mental illness may have impaired judgement or emotional instability that can increase the likelihood of using a firearm in a violent manner. The other options, A, B, and D, are incorrect because they do not cover all the groups that are prohibited from possessing a firearm in Connecticut. A, convicted felons only, excludes individuals with a history of mental illness, B, individuals with a history of mental illness only, excludes convicted felons, and D, only non-residents, excludes both convicted felons and individuals with a history of mental illness who are Connecticut residents.