can a felon hunt with a crossbow?

[watchale]

My step-dad is a convicted felon & he likes to hunt. He's not really into bow hunting. But if I could get him a crossbow I know he would love it so...is it legal for him to hunt with a crossbow.
If it is any suggestions on a decent one ? I seen a barnett wildcat c5 @ academy for $299. Are they any good ?

 

[Big country]

I'm pretty sure he can but you might try calling the local Game Warden or the Texas Parks and Wildlife dept and asking them. What he is convicted of and what his terms of release or parole terms are. I know that "terms of release" and "terms of probation" are probably not the correct wording. But y'all get the idea.

 

[Hoji]

Yes a felon can hunt with a crossbow. IIRC muzzle loaders as well.

 

[watchale]

The handi cap stipulations are no longer in affect. Anyone can use a crossbow. The only reason I know that is I heard a game warden say it. So...that is why I was asking about the felon thing. Thanks for the replies. Does any1 know of some decent crossbows ?

 

[Big country]

I have never used a cross bow only a regular compound bow. But if Hoyt makes a cross bow go with that one. LOL!

 

[watchale]

Good info, thanks for the replies.

 

[landin18]

Good info, thanks for the replies.

let us know how he does. Good luck