can i buy a firearm?

Question
I pleaded no contest in Ca to a 261.5 penal code misdemeanor, sex with a minor 3 years ago.I am no on probation if that matters as well.  Can I purchase a firearm in CA.

Answer
Daniel,

Under CA law, there is no reason you should not be able to purchase a firearm.  Your conviction was for a misdemeanor which does not disqualify you for firearms ownership.  I am assuming that there are no restraining orders placed against you by anyone as part of your probation.

Regards,

Doug Little