I'd have to check to be sure, but I think even temporary possession (like handling) is barred. As an example, a press release a few days ago from the US Attorney in Massachusetts touted a conviction for a prohibited person who rented a handgun in a shooting range. Even that temporary possession was enough to send him to Club Fed.
The larger point here, of course, is that this episode shows a lack of due diligence on the part of the company in letting somebody with a background as a violent felon get so high in the company, especially considering the current political climate.
The larger point here, of course, is that this episode shows a lack of due diligence on the part of the company in letting somebody with a background as a violent felon get so high in the company, especially considering the current political climate.