Frequently, clients will call and inquire how they can register or unregister a firearm. As both federal and state law come into play, both need to be addressed. First, 18 U.S.C. 926 provides, "...nor that any system of registration of firearms, firearms owners, or firearms transactions or dispositions be established." Thus, with the exception of … Continue reading How to register or unregister a firearm
Category: Pennsylvania Firearms Law
Starting Your New Firearms Business – FFL/LLC Formation
If you are planning on starting a new firearms business (dealer, manufacturer, or importer), you really need to consider proper corporate/company protections that are available, as well as, ensuring that the Operating Agreement or By-Laws are tailored to your business in the firearms industry. While I have been providing this service for Pennsylvania Federal Firearms … Continue reading Starting Your New Firearms Business – FFL/LLC Formation
Is Now a Good Time to Start a Firearms Business?
From time to time, clients will inquire about when is the best time to start a firearms business? I always respond, "When isn't it a good time to start a firearms business?" Obviously, there are no crystal balls and a lot depends on your own marketing ability, as well as the demeanor of the current … Continue reading Is Now a Good Time to Start a Firearms Business?
Citizen’s Firearms Law Seminar – May 5, 2012
On May 5, 2012, Attorneys Joshua Prince and Eric Winter, your PA Gun Attorneys, will be conducting a citizen's firearms law seminar, which is being presented by the Muhlenberg Area Shooting Association, Inc (MASA). Topics to be discussed are Open and Concealed Carry, Self-Defense, Estate Planning, Trusts, Wills, and the PA Castle Doctrine and other … Continue reading Citizen’s Firearms Law Seminar – May 5, 2012
Does a 3rd DUI Prevent You from Being Able to Purchase, Possess and Own a Firearm?
I often receive inquiries from clients regarding whether a 3rd DUI prevents him/her from being able to purchase, possess and own a firearm. While it will depend on the date of conviction, as the DUI Grading statutes have changed, since February 1, 2004, the current grading has been in effect and which would at least … Continue reading Does a 3rd DUI Prevent You from Being Able to Purchase, Possess and Own a Firearm?
Is the Pennsylvania State Police Changing Docket Entries 11 Years Post-Conviction to Support Firearm Purchase Denials?
Is the Pennsylvania State Police Changing Docket Entries 11 Years Post-Conviction to Support Firearm Purchase Denials? It just may be. I am currently involved in a case that seems to suggest that the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) may be changing docket entries, where it is 11 years post-conviction, and only now, after a denial to … Continue reading Is the Pennsylvania State Police Changing Docket Entries 11 Years Post-Conviction to Support Firearm Purchase Denials?
New Legislation – HB 1668 – The Right to Transport Firearms Without a License to Carry Firearms
There is currently new legislation, HB 1668, which deals with the right to transport firearms without a license to carry firearms (LTCF). As many are aware, there are stark limitations on one's ability to transport a firearm, pursuant to 18 PA.C.S. § 6106, when that individual does not have an LTCF, which I previously discussed here. … Continue reading New Legislation – HB 1668 – The Right to Transport Firearms Without a License to Carry Firearms
Does a 3rd DUI Prevent You from Being Able to Purchase, Possess and Own a Firearm?
I often receive inquiries from clients regarding whether a 3rd Dui prevents him/her from being able to purchase, possess and own a firearm. While it will depend on the date of conviction, as the DUI Grading statutes have changed, since February 1, 2004, the current grading has been in effect and which would at least … Continue reading Does a 3rd DUI Prevent You from Being Able to Purchase, Possess and Own a Firearm?
Pennsylvania Law Regarding the Killing of a Dog that is Attacking You or Your Pet
On occasion, clients will inquire whether Pennsylvania has any laws regarding the killing of a dog that is attacking him/her or his/her pet. To the surprise of most, Pennsylvania law does have a provision relating to this issue. Under 3 P.S. 459-501, Killing dogs, dogs as nuisances, Pennsylvania law authorizes any individual to kill a … Continue reading Pennsylvania Law Regarding the Killing of a Dog that is Attacking You or Your Pet
PA’s New Castle Doctrine (Stand Your Ground Doctrine) is Effective TODAY!
Pennsylvania’s new Castle Doctrine (actually a Stand Your Ground Doctrine), known as H.B. 40, goes into effect today, August 29, 2011. I previously blogged about Govenor Corbett signing the H.B. 40 on June 28, 2011, which made the the new law effective in 60 days, correlating to August 29, 2011. I also reviewed the Good of H.B. 40and … Continue reading PA’s New Castle Doctrine (Stand Your Ground Doctrine) is Effective TODAY!
