On December 15, 2012, Prince Law Offices, P.C., will host its 5th annual Community Meal at its Reading office, located at 42 S. 5th St., Reading Pa. (the Community Meal will actually be held behind the office, off of Wood St.). Every year, between Thanksgiving and Christmas, Prince Law Offices hosts this community meal for … Continue reading 5th Annual Prince Law Offices, P.C. Community Meal
Author: Joshua Prince, Esq.
Can You Change the Barrel Length of an Short-Barreled Rifle/Shotgun (SBR/SBS)?
Frequently, clients will inquire of whether he/she can change the barrel length of a short-barreled rifle or shotgun (SBR or SBS), after receiving the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives' (ATF) approval of his/her Form 1 or Form 4 on which a specific barrel length listed. 18 U.S.C. § 921(a)(8) provides, "The term “short-barreled … Continue reading Can You Change the Barrel Length of an Short-Barreled Rifle/Shotgun (SBR/SBS)?
Pottstown PAL – Kel Tec KSG Shotgun RAFFLE!!!
The Pottstown Area Police Athletic League (PAL) is holding a raffle for a Kel Tec KSG 12 Gauge Shotgun, which was donated by Kenney's Custom Props, LLC, a Hollywood prop design company and manufacturer of firearms. The KSG is outfitted with NUMEROUS accessories that have been donated to PAL, including: Magpul MBUS Gen 2 sights- … Continue reading Pottstown PAL – Kel Tec KSG Shotgun RAFFLE!!!
ATF to Hire 9 New Examiners?!?!?
Yesterday, the National Firearms Act Trade and Collectors Associations (NFATCA) posted on its website that the Department of Justice (DOJ) lifted the hiring freeze that had been placed on the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), NFA Branch, allowing it to hire 9 new examiners! As many are aware, the NFA Branch, including … Continue reading ATF to Hire 9 New Examiners?!?!?
ATF Announces that 07 Manufacturers Must Register for ITAR
Frequently, I read on discussion forums that many 07 manufacturers have not registered under the International Trafficking in Arms Regulations (ITAR) that is enforced by the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) and they give a milieu of reasons for not registering. Most reasons revolve around the fact that they are not "exporting" (even though … Continue reading ATF Announces that 07 Manufacturers Must Register for ITAR
In a Bankruptcy, does one have to pay the ATF Transfer Tax to Transfer an NFA Firearm?
To the surprise of most, as it is generally as provision that is unknown and overlooked, the Bankruptcy Code actually provides that the transfer of an NFA firearm in a bankruptcy estate is to be transferred tax free. 11 U.S.C. § 1146, Special Tax Provisions, provides that "(a) The issuance, transfer, or exchange of a … Continue reading In a Bankruptcy, does one have to pay the ATF Transfer Tax to Transfer an NFA Firearm?
Washington Township Decides to Table Firearms/Archery Ordinance and Modify Existing Ordinances
Firearms Industry Consulting Group (FICG) is proud to announce that last night, at the Washington Township, Berks Co., Board of Supervisors unanimously decided to table a proposed Firearm/Archery Ordinance that would have limited the ability of property owners, under certain circumstances, to even practice archery on their own property, after FICG submitted a letter to … Continue reading Washington Township Decides to Table Firearms/Archery Ordinance and Modify Existing Ordinances
Girls, Guns and a Good Time
There may be a lot of reasons why women have recently expressed an increased interest in owning and using guns. A significant portion of women are purchasing for self-defense for their home and personal protection. Others purchase guns for the sport. One organization of women goes one step further, helping other women take aim at … Continue reading Girls, Guns and a Good Time
New PA License to Carry Firearms Application
Recently, the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) published a new version of the PA License to Carry Firearms (LTCF) Application, designated SP 4-127 (10-2012). The previous version was designated SP 4-127 (10-2008). The revised application has some interesting changes: First, Place of Birth has been added as question 7b., as compared to being question #29 on … Continue reading New PA License to Carry Firearms Application
How Does the PA State of Emergency Effect Your Gun Rights? You Might Be Surprised…
In preparation for the upcoming Hurricane Sandy, on October 27, 2012, Governor Corbett issued a State of Emergency for all of Pennsylvania. This may seem commonsensical given the high likelihood that most of eastern Pennsylvania will be hit head-on by Sandy. However, few realize the impact on firearms rights during a state of emergency. Pursuant … Continue reading How Does the PA State of Emergency Effect Your Gun Rights? You Might Be Surprised…