Does Marijuana Use Affect Gun Rights? | Lawyer Explains
This video explains the complex legal landscape surrounding marijuana use and firearm ownership in the United States. A lawyer clarifies that under current federal law, marijuana is a Schedule 1 narcotic, making any user a 'prohibited person' under the Gun Control Act. This status will result in a failed federal background check, regardless of state laws legalizing marijuana. Gun store owners are instructed to deny sales to known users, and even presenting a medical marijuana card can lead to denial and potential bans.









