Virginia Code § 18.2-308.2:01 makes it illegal for non-citizens and unauthorized persons to possess, transport, or carry assault firearms or other firearms. The law specifies that certain firearms, such as semi-automatic rifles or pistols with large magazines, are considered assault firearms. Violations by unauthorized individuals are punishable as a Class 6 felony.
Non-citizens and persons not lawfully admitted for permanent residence are prohibited from possessing or transporting firearms, including assault firearms.
An assault firearm includes semi-automatic center-fire rifles or pistols that expel projectiles and have features like large magazines, silencers, or folding stocks.
Violations by non-citizens or unauthorized persons are punishable as a Class 6 felony in Virginia.
No, this law specifically targets non-citizens and unauthorized persons; U.S. citizens are not subject to these restrictions under this section.