You can still get a BCD for offences that aren't classified as a felony. It is handed down by a court-martial (Special or General). So it's going to prob depend on what he actual got the BCD for. Was it a special or general court martial? I believe it has to do something with being a General and time served over a year will make it a felony conviction, but I'm not sure how they count some of the other things. Domestic violence and a few other crimes will all so fall under felony.The Wall wrote:I thought a BCD was dishonorable. At least discharged under less then honorable conditions. Why don't folks call the source for questions like this. I think it's called Dept. of Public Safety. They don't bite.I'm thinking the law reads you have to have a discharge under honorable conditions, (honorable discharge) which a BCD would not be under honorable conditions. Just call the DPS to be sure so he doesn't waste time and money.
A Dishonorable Discharge is given by a general court-martial. Normally for serious offences like desertion, sexual assault and murder. Things that would more than likely be all felonies. DD's prohibited you from owning a fire arm by US Federal Law per the Gun Control Act. Severed as a Legalman when I was in the Navy.
DO NOT GO TRY TO BUY A GUN. He can just easily go do his finger print part and pay the extra for his criminal records or even send off for his records from the local Sheriff or police station. Though I would make sure it's your full records not just a partial.