The Lautenberg Law applies to which of the following?

The Lautenberg Law, formally known as the Domestic Violence Offender Gun Ban, specifically addresses the prohibition of firearm ownership for individuals who have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence. This law recognizes that those convicted of such offenses may represent a heightened risk for committing further acts of violence, particularly involving firearms.

Thus, the focus is on convictions rather than arrests, charges, or probation statuses. A conviction serves as a legal determination by a court, affirming that an individual has committed the specified offense. This law underscores the importance of addressing domestic violence through legal measures that restrict access to firearms for those who have demonstrated violent behavior in domestic contexts.

In this context, the other choices do not hold the same applicability as they do not represent situations in which the Lautenberg Law would enforce firearm restrictions. Arrests are merely accusations, probation can occur without a conviction, and misdemeanor charges have not been adjudicated as guilty.