Under 18 U.S.C. 922(g), which of the following persons cannot legally possess firearms?

According to 18 U.S.C. 922(g), certain categories of individuals are prohibited from possessing firearms. A fugitive from justice falls under one such category. This law is aimed at preventing individuals who may pose a risk due to their legal status, behavior, or circumstances from having access to firearms.

The rationale for restricting firearm possession among fugitives is grounded in public safety concerns. Individuals who are actively avoiding law enforcement may be involved in criminal activities or pose a threat to themselves or others. Therefore, the law recognizes the heightened risk associated with allowing this group to possess firearms.

In contrast, a licensed security officer has undergone background checks and training, making them qualified to handle firearms in the course of their duties. A person with a prior misdemeanor conviction may not face disqualifications from firearm possession unless related to specific domestic violence offenses. Lastly, military veterans are generally not restricted from owning firearms unless they have garnered a legal disqualification through other means, such as mental health issues or felony convictions.