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The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) regulates items covered under the National Firearms Act (NFA), including suppressors, short-barreled rifles, and machine guns. Submitting paperwork for acquiring or transferring these items requires adherence to specific procedures. Below is an overview of the primary submission methods, along with their benefits and key considerations. 1. …
A gun trust is a legal tool specifically designed to manage firearms, ensuring compliance with laws while organizing ownership and transfers. Although gun trusts are frequently used for NFA (National Firearms Act) weapons, such as suppressors, short-barreled rifles, and machine guns, they can also offer valuable benefits when applied to non-NFA firearms. This broader use provides firearm owners, particularly …
The National Firearms Act (NFA) was enacted by Congress on June 26, 1934, in response to the rise of organized crime during the Prohibition era. High-profile incidents like the 1929 St. Valentine’s Day Massacre highlighted the use of machine guns in violent crimes, particularly the Thompson submachine gun, which became a symbol of organized …
What Is the Hearing Protection Act (HPA)? The Hearing Protection Act (HPA) is a proposed federal law aimed at reducing restrictions on firearm suppressors. Supporters argue that suppressors, commonly referred to as silencers, provide vital hearing protection for firearm users and pose minimal risks to public safety. Currently, suppressors fall under the strict regulations of …
Suppressors generally have a negative reputation, largely fueled by Hollywood portrayals of assassins and gangsters, but the vast majority of users simply appreciate the utility of suppressed fire. Suppressors attach to the barrel of a handgun, rifle, or shotgun and serve to quiet sound and reduce the vibration and kickback of fire. Suppressors are effective …
What is a Trust Restatement and Why Do You Need One? For collectors and sports enthusiasts, firearm trusts offer numerous advantages. They serve as estate-planning tools for your firearms and accessories, allowing you to pass them on to family or friends after your death. Additionally, they enable you to designate legal possession of restricted items …
