Today, as was expected, Governor Corbett signed the Castle Doctrine, also known as the Stand Your Ground Doctrine, into law. You can download a copy of HB 40 here. While there are some issues with the bill, which I will review in the coming days, this marks a monumental move in furtherance of protecting one’s right to … Continue reading Corbett Signs Castle Doctrine
Category: Firearms Law
FFLs Must Provide Safety Locks with all Firearms
To the surprise of many Federal Firearms Licensees (FFL), even those who have been in business for a long time, all FFLs must provide safety locks with the sale of any and all firearms. While it used to be that an FFL only had to make safety locks available to all customers, where the customer could decide … Continue reading FFLs Must Provide Safety Locks with all Firearms
FFLs Must Provide Safety Locks with all Firearms
To the surprise of many Federal Firearms Licensees (FFL), even those who have been in business for a long time, all FFLs must provide safety locks with the sale of any and all firearms. While it used to be that an FFL only had to make safety locks available to all customers, where the customer could decide … Continue reading FFLs Must Provide Safety Locks with all Firearms
Castle Doctrine, HB 40, Headed to the Governor’s Desk!
In a 45-5 vote, the Senate approved HB 40, which is the Castle Doctrine, sending it to the Governor’s desk. It is expected that Governor Corbett will sign it into law, without any delay. This is a major victory for those of us that support the 2nd Amendment and a major blow to criminals. Once signed … Continue reading Castle Doctrine, HB 40, Headed to the Governor’s Desk!
NFA Examiners Now to be Assigned by State
In the past, National Firearms Act (NFA) examiners have be assigned by the last name of the transferor or the by the business name of the transferor; however, the NFA Branch has announced that effective July 1, 2011, examiners will now be assigned via geographic location (aka by the state). The ATF’s announcement can be found here. The NFA Branch has … Continue reading NFA Examiners Now to be Assigned by State
Does an FFL have to Complete an Application/Record of Sale for a Receiver?
The issue frequently arises as to whether a Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL) in Pennsylvania must complete a PA Application/Record of Sale (Form SP 4-113) for the sale of a receiver. To the surprise of most FFLs, the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), as of 6/2/2011, has stated that no PA Application/Record of Sale should be completed for … Continue reading Does an FFL have to Complete an Application/Record of Sale for a Receiver?
Places in PA that Individuals are Prohibited from Carrying at or in, even with a License to Carry Firearms
The question frequently arises as to where an individual with a valid License to Carry Firearms (LTCF) may not carry his/her firearm. For purposes of this article, I will focus strictly on State law places and not the federal place that are prohibited. 1. Court Facilities – Pursuant to 18 Pa.C.S. 913 and individual may not carry … Continue reading Places in PA that Individuals are Prohibited from Carrying at or in, even with a License to Carry Firearms
PSP Application/Record of Sale – What is Non-Taxable Sale?
On June 2, 2011, the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) co-presented with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (BATFE or ATF) at a Firearms Licensee seminar held at the Berks County Services Center. During the PSP’s presentation, the PSPexplained what was not a taxable sale for purposes of the PSPApplication/Record of Sale (Form SP 4-113) and how to document … Continue reading PSP Application/Record of Sale – What is Non-Taxable Sale?
USSCA Defense Shield – Firearm Self-Defense Insurance
The US Concealed Carry Association (USCCA) has formed the USCCALegal Defense Foundation, Inc. to provide members with protection in the event the member is required to use deadly force. Named Self-Defense Shield, it is a insurance policy, owned by the USCCA, that designated the members as beneficiaries. Depending on the level of membership (Silver PLUS, Gold PLUS, or Platinum PLUS) will … Continue reading USSCA Defense Shield – Firearm Self-Defense Insurance
ATF, PSP and Berks County Sheriff’s Department – Firearms Licensee Seminar
Tonight, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives conducted a Firearms Licensee seminar, along with the Pennsylvania State Police, and which was hosted by the Berks County Sheriff’s Department. Accordingly, a huge thanks goes out Sheriff Weaknecht for making this possible. In years past, ATF has attempted to hold these seminars on a more frequent basis … Continue reading ATF, PSP and Berks County Sheriff’s Department – Firearms Licensee Seminar
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