With the implementation date of ATF 41F looming just around the corner (July 13, 2016), the folks over at ATF have released the ATF 41F FAQ. You can find that here. The link also includes the new Form 1, Form 4, Form 5 and Responsible Person Questionnaire. The FAQ references: How Does Final Rule 41F Change … Continue reading ATF Releases ATF 41F FAQ
Category: Firearms Law
Devastating Decision from the Superior Court on “Other Lawful Purpose”
Today, the Superior Court issued a decision in Commonwealth v. Goslin, which addressed the defense in 18 Pa.C.S. § 912 that a weapon could be carried on school property for other lawful purposes. In this case, Mr. Goslin attended an informal hearing with school officials regarding his son's possession of a knife on school property. … Continue reading Devastating Decision from the Superior Court on “Other Lawful Purpose”
Transferring a Sear? Multi Caliber is No Longer Accepted by ATF
It appears that ATF has once again changed the standards for applications to transfer NFA firearms. This time it is in relation to sears. A letter surfaced, that was dated June 15, 2016, from the NFA branch to an applicant which stated that the firearm description "varies with our records". The letter went on to … Continue reading Transferring a Sear? Multi Caliber is No Longer Accepted by ATF
OSHA, at Your Door and in Your Wallet
The time to prepare your business for an inspection by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is now. Every type of business shares in the need to deal with government regulations. Despite this, many businesses may be entirely unaware they could be subject to surprise inspections by OSHA or that such inspections could result … Continue reading OSHA, at Your Door and in Your Wallet
Attorney Adam Kraut to Speak at Rockwell Tactical’s Every Day Carry Seminar Saturday July 2
Attorney Adam Kraut will be attending Rockwell Tactical Group's Every Day Carry Seminar on Saturday July 2 at the Double Tree Resort in Lancaster, PA to speak about firearms law related issues. The Rockwell 2016 Every Day Carry Conference will bring together subject matter experts on all aspects of everyday carry. Now, more than ever, with the … Continue reading Attorney Adam Kraut to Speak at Rockwell Tactical’s Every Day Carry Seminar Saturday July 2
The Elusive NFATCA Petition that Prompted the ATF to Enter into Rulemaking Regarding Silencer Engravings
As Chief Counsel Joshua Prince reported back in May, the organization responsible for ATF 41P/F, the National Firearms Trade and Collectors Association ("NFATCA") had once again petitioned Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (“ATF”) to enter into rulemaking, this time in relation to silencer engravings. The docket specified that copies of the petition would be available … Continue reading The Elusive NFATCA Petition that Prompted the ATF to Enter into Rulemaking Regarding Silencer Engravings
PRESS RELEASE: Chief Counsel Joshua Prince to be on NBC10’s @ Issue on Sunday!
We are proud to announce that Chief Counsel Joshua Prince of the Firearms Industry Consulting Group, a division of Prince Law Offices, P.C., will be on NBC 10's @ Issue on Sunday at 11:30 AM discussing the recent tragedy in Orlando and how this is not a gun control issue but rather a Gun Free … Continue reading PRESS RELEASE: Chief Counsel Joshua Prince to be on NBC10’s @ Issue on Sunday!
Attorney General Kane Publishes Report on LTCF Reciprocity Agreements
Today, Pennsylvania Attorney General Kathleen Kane, pursuant to 18 Pa.C.S. 6109(k)(2), published the required annual report on license to carry firearm (LTCF) reciprocity agreements for 2015. You can find a copy here. Interestingly, although I am acutely aware that Idaho has been reaching out to the Attorney General's Office for purpose of entering into a … Continue reading Attorney General Kane Publishes Report on LTCF Reciprocity Agreements
Philadelphia Daily News Columnist Helen Ubinas Seemingly Violates State and Federal Law in Straw Purchase of Firearm
UPDATED 6/17/2016 - see below Today, Philadelphia Inquirer Daily News columnist Helen Ubinas admitted to seemingly violating state and federal firearms laws in relation to her purchase of a rifle for purposes of an article detailing the process to lawfully purchase a firearm. Initially, Columnist Ubinas chronicled her purchase of an Ar-15 rifle from a … Continue reading Philadelphia Daily News Columnist Helen Ubinas Seemingly Violates State and Federal Law in Straw Purchase of Firearm
Firearms Law Seminar – August 6, 2016 at King Shooter Supply!
On August 6, 2016, Chief Counsel Joshua Prince and Attorney Eric Winter of Firearms Industry Consulting Group (FICG), a division of Prince Law Offices, P.C., in conjunction with King Shooters Supply, will offer a four (4) hour seminar on state and federal firearms law at their store located at 346 E Church Rd, King of … Continue reading Firearms Law Seminar – August 6, 2016 at King Shooter Supply!
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