DUI in another state a DQ?

[OAR348]

Grew up in Mass. Moved out a decade ago, moved to Maryland. 7 years ago got arrested for DUI and got a probation before judgement. In total is was 0 days of probation and a small fine. I made a mistake and life goes on.

Currently in a position that I might be moving back to the area. I would ideally like to move to NH or RI. Worst case we end up back in MA. Would I be DQd from a LTC in MA? DUI in MD is a misdemeanor.

 

[Nick Leduc]

Grew up in Mass. Moved out a decade ago, moved to Maryland. 7 years ago got arrested for DUI and got a probation before judgement. In total is was 0 days of probation and a small fine. I made a mistake and life goes on.

Currently in a position that I might be moving back to the area. I would ideally like to move to NH or RI. Worst case we end up back in MA. Would I be DQd from a LTC in MA? DUI in MD is a misdemeanor.

Technically no. But maybe yes.
You wouldn't be immediately denied based on the DUI, as you stated it is a misdemeanor in MD. In comparison to someone that received the same DUI in MA, which is a felony, makes them a prohibited person for life.
But depending on the town you chose, the Chief of police in that town has the final say as to weather you are a suitable person to get a gun license. The chief may or may not use that DUI case against you.
Clear as mud.

 

[CrackPot]

DUI in MA, which is a felony, makes them a prohibited person for life.

it is a misdemeanor in MA but carries a potential penalty of 2.5 years of jail which makes it the same as a felony for gun rights. Commonly referred to as a “misdafelony”. Correct conclusion, slightly wrong facts.

If dui in your state has a potential penalty in excess of two years you are f&cked for certain. Otherwise it’s up to the totally arbitrary decision of the local licensing authority. As Nick says, clear as mud.

 

[snax]

Possibly, possibly not. Like the poster above said, it depends on the state and the penalty that is attached.
I know 2 people with out of state DUI's that have their LTC-A's. One beat the rap, one was found guilty.
One actually got one while they were licensed, and subsequently have renewed maybe twice since then.

 

[Goliathan]

Not a lawyer, but the Law Offices of Google & Google Esq. say that MD first offenses, as long as you aren't transporting a minor, max out "not to exceed one year." DWI is less than that.

I'd guess you should be ok statutorily?

 

[OAR348]

You are correct, the max down for dwi here is under a year.

Thanks for the replys.