I'm a criminal defense attorney practicing in Central Florida. I would agree with you...

Your original crime occured in the State of Florida. You entered a plea, of course, in Florida. At the time of sentencing, you were NOT adjudicated guilty. As such, you were NOT a convicted felon. Therefore, pursuant to the laws of Florida, you did not lose your civil rights and you were not prohibited from owning or possessing a firearm.

As Florida does not prohibit you from owning a firearm, neither will any other state. You should feel free to purchase a firearm.

As to this charge, any time you are asked the question of having been CONVICTED of a crime, you can lawfully say not.

Assuming it is not a prohibited offense, and you've never been convicted of any other crime, you might want to consider having this offense sealed. Such an action might help eliminate any problems in the future.

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