Last night my wife and I were watching a television lawyer show set in Chicago.
A character (attorney) in the show is accompanied by a knowlegeable friend to a Chicago gun dealer where a discussion ensues about what kind of firearm to buy. After a decision is made, the Chicago gun dealer asks the attorney if she has a FOID. When she admits she doesn't, the dealer asks the friend, who does have one. At which point the dealer simply exclaims "Then you buy it for her" and leaves the scene. Next relevant scene makes it obvious that the friend has done as the dealer suggested.
Questions:
1.) Is this in any way legal in Chicago?
In many places, for example, it would be perfectly legal for the friend to buy the firearm as a gift.
2.) If not legal, does a TV writer/producer face any sort of legal consequences for perhaps advocating the commission of a crime?
I know, it's just fiction, but we appear to be living on the edge of somewhat repressive times.
I would clarify that, IMHO, there shouldn't be these kinds of restrictions at any level. So I'm not advocating here for enforcement of such silliness.
Thanks,
Will
A character (attorney) in the show is accompanied by a knowlegeable friend to a Chicago gun dealer where a discussion ensues about what kind of firearm to buy. After a decision is made, the Chicago gun dealer asks the attorney if she has a FOID. When she admits she doesn't, the dealer asks the friend, who does have one. At which point the dealer simply exclaims "Then you buy it for her" and leaves the scene. Next relevant scene makes it obvious that the friend has done as the dealer suggested.
Questions:
1.) Is this in any way legal in Chicago?
In many places, for example, it would be perfectly legal for the friend to buy the firearm as a gift.
2.) If not legal, does a TV writer/producer face any sort of legal consequences for perhaps advocating the commission of a crime?
I know, it's just fiction, but we appear to be living on the edge of somewhat repressive times.
I would clarify that, IMHO, there shouldn't be these kinds of restrictions at any level. So I'm not advocating here for enforcement of such silliness.
Thanks,
Will