Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Academy (NVCJA) Practice Exam

If a convicted felon is found with a bullet during a Terry Pat down, what charge is applicable?

1. Possession of a firearm

2. Possession or transportation of weapons

3. Concealed carry violation

4. Illegal hunting

The correct answer is: Possession or transportation of weapons

The applicable charge for a convicted felon found with a bullet during a Terry pat down would involve possession or transportation of weapons. This charge is appropriate because the presence of a bullet indicates a direct association with firearms, which felons are generally prohibited from possessing under federal and state laws. When a pat down reveals such an item, it suggests that the individual might be in possession of a weapon or preparing to use one, both of which are serious violations for someone with a felony conviction. Possession of a firearm as a charge would imply an actual firearm was found, which is not specified in the scenario; thus, it doesn't fit the situation where only a bullet is present. A concealed carry violation pertains specifically to having a firearm concealed in a manner that contravenes regulatory laws, which again does not apply as we aren’t discussing the intent or action of carrying a firearm. Illegal hunting relates to the misuse of hunting regulations and doesn't apply in a general context of firearm possession related to the felon status. Therefore, possession or transportation of weapons is the most fitting charge in this context based on the nature of the item discovered during the interaction.