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Under Pennsylvania law, the only way to regain your gun rights following a felony conviction is to receive a pardon for your conviction from the Governor. As you can imagine, this isn't common. Most convicted felons do not regain their right to own, possess, or control a firearm.

The penalties for possession of a prohibited dangerous weapon ? for example, a firearm ? are graded as a felony of the third degree. The penalties are as much as three and one half to seven years' incarceration and a $15,000 civil penalty.

Penalties for Carrying a Firearm Without a License in PA In Pennsylvania, a first-degree misdemeanor comes with five years in prison, up to $10,000 in fines, or both if convicted. If you are ineligible to obtain a license, you may be charged with a third-degree felony.

Pennsylvania law penalizes any person who, without a license, carries a firearm in any vehicle or concealed on or about his or her person, other than at his or her home or business. Pennsylvania generally requires local law enforcement to issue a license to carry a firearm if the applicant meets certain qualifications.

Section 6108 - Title 18 - CRIMES AND OFFENSES. § 6108. Carrying firearms on public streets or public property in Philadelphia. (2) such person is exempt from licensing under section 6106(b) of this title (relating to firearms not to be carried without a license).

In PA, carrying a gun without a license is a criminal charge. You will face a 1st degree misdemeanor or a 3rd degree felony. As a misdemeanor, you could face 2.5 to 5 years in jail and a maximum fine of $10,000. As a felony, you risk 3.5 to 7 years prison time and a $15,000 maximum fine.