Rhode Island Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

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Can Rhode Island deny a firearm purchase for mental health reasons?

Yes, always
No, never
Yes, if adjudicated mentally incompetent
Yes, but only under federal law

The correct answer is: Yes, if adjudicated mentally incompetent

Yes, Rhode Island can deny a firearm purchase for mental health reasons if the individual has been adjudicated mentally incompetent. This means that a court has determined that the person is incapable of managing their own affairs or is a danger to themselves or others due to mental illness. Option A is incorrect because there may be situations where an individual with mental health issues is still able to legally purchase a firearm in Rhode Island. Option B is incorrect because there are certain circumstances where denying a firearm purchase for mental health reasons would be permitted. Option D is incorrect because state laws can also allow for the denial of a firearm purchase for mental health reasons, not just federal laws.