I am new here so sorry if this is in the wrong section, Anyways let me tell you my story.I have been feeling the need to own a fire arm for a couple years now. Problem is i have both a "Criminal History" So they want to call it, i call it being a teenage boy, nothing serious, also I am diagnosed with a mental illness. Now these are two things that will stop me dead in my tracks, maybe literally from getting and owning a weapon for home defense, I am assuming its easier to get a gun that you cant conceal, would someone like me be able to own a shotgun or is there any advice you have for me on getting a gun, i wish to own it legally but if not possible id rather risk breaking the law then my life or someone i love. People think your paraniod if you own a gun or want to,They always ask the stupid question "What do you need a gun for?" but this just isnt true, paranoid is being afraid of something that isnt happening, but im sure we all see the world isnt heading in the right direction and violence is a daily occurance. I am 21 and i live in ralston id like any info on how to get any weapon good for home defense as i am not planning on carrying. Thank you ill check back frequently.