Autism and firearms

Hoping someone here may be able to shed some light on this subject.

I'm looking to try and get my stepson out of the house more and as he loves his shooting games thought shooting might be a good hobby for the 2 of us to enjoy together. 

He has a diagnosis of ASD & ADHD and I'm wondering if this may hinder him from getting a firearms certificate.

Any assistance or advice is gratefully received 

John

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  • I think the ADHD would be more of a concern than ASD, but I'm not familiar with the process.  I'd have thought they'd be looking more into the content of a person's character, are they a scoundrel, an extremist of some description, have they a history of violence or psychotic episodes.

    In my view, if he's stable and can demonstrate safe handling of an unloaded gun, I don't see why he should be excluded.  It sounds like a fun way to spend time together.

  • Hey John! I'm new on this forum and just stumbled upon your old thread. I totally get where you're coming from. Shooting can be a really fun and bonding activity. As for your stepson's diagnosis, I'm not sure if it will hinder him from getting a firearms certificate.

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