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Legal Information: Kentucky

State Gun Laws

Laws current as of December 10, 2025

What is the definition of a felony in Kentucky?

A felony is a more serious crime than a misdemeanor. It is defined under Kentucky law as a crime that is punishable by a prison sentence of at least one year.1 

1 Ky. Rev. Stat. § 500.080(5)