Federal · Title 36 — Patriotic and National Observances, Ceremonies, and Organizations

36 U.S.C. § 40723: Eligibility for participation

Civil

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This statute sets eligibility requirements for a civilian marksmanship program, excluding those convicted of felonies, federal firearms violations, or members of organizations advocating violent government overthrow.

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has not been convicted of a felony; has not been convicted of a violation of section 922 of title 18 ; and is not a member of an organization that advocates the violent overthrow of the United States Government. The Director of Civilian Marksmanship may require an individual to provide certification from law enforcement agencies to verify that the individual has not been convicted of a felony or a violation of section 922 of title 18 . has been convicted of a felony; or has been convicted of a violation of section 922 of title 18 . the safety of participants; the security of firearms, ammunition, and equipment; and the quality of instruction in the use of firearms.

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