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
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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
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
Ohio becomes the 25th State to legalize medical marijuana.
On June 8, 2016, the State of Ohio became the 25th state to legalize medical marijuana when Governor John Kasich signed a bill legalizing medical marijuana in Ohio. The bill will take effect in 90 days. Much like Pennsylvania’s medical marijuana law, the law will not be fully operational for about two years. During that … Continue reading Ohio becomes the 25th State to legalize medical marijuana.
ATF Releases Open Letter to CLEOs Regarding ATF 41F
On May 25, 2016 ATF released an Open Letter to Chief Law Enforcement Officers regarding ATF 41F. The letter can be found here. The letter briefly describes some of the changes that will occur after the rule is implemented. Of note is the notification requirements for the CLEO. In short, all legal entities will be required … Continue reading ATF Releases Open Letter to CLEOs Regarding ATF 41F
Will Pennsylvania’s Medical Marijuana Act get Doc Blocked?
Under Pennsylvania’s newly enacted Medical Marijuana Act, there are 17 Serious Medical Conditions for which a patient may be prescribed medical marijuana. For a patient to be allowed to use medical marijuana, that patient must be issued an identification card under Section 501 of the Act. The Department of Health (“DOH”) may issue an identification … Continue reading Will Pennsylvania’s Medical Marijuana Act get Doc Blocked?
Medical Marijuana – Not in my backyard?
When Governor Wolf signed Pennsylvania’s Medical Marijuana bill into law on April 17, 2016, it opened the door to an industry that will greatly impact all levels of state and local regulation, including local zoning ordinances. Pennsylvania’s Medical Marijuana Law allows a maximum of 25 growers/processors and a maximum of 150 dispensaries. Local and municipal … Continue reading Medical Marijuana – Not in my backyard?
United States v. Texas
Here at the Prince Law Blog, we have been committed to providing continued coverage of what is quickly proving to be among the most definitive cases of the SCOTUS's current calendar year - United States v. Texas. The last we blogged, the United States had promptly appealed the split decision of the 5th Circuit Court of … Continue reading United States v. Texas
Pennsylvania 24th State to legalize Marijuana
On April 17, 2016, Governor Tom Wolf signed into law Pennsylvania’s Medical Marijuana Act making Pennsylvania the 24th state to enact a program for the growing and dispensing medical marijuana (“MM”). Certified patients with one of 17 listed Qualified Medical Conditions will soon have access to MM. The law will go into effect in thirty … Continue reading Pennsylvania 24th State to legalize Marijuana
PA’s Medical Marijuana Act awaits the Governor’s signature
After years of waiting and numerous amendments to Senate Bill 3 (“SB3”) Pennsylvania is one step away from legalizing medical marijuana. SB3 was approved by the Senate last May by a 40-7 vote. Earlier this year, the House significantly amended SB3 and approved the amended SB3 by 149-43 vote. The amended SB3 was then sent … Continue reading PA’s Medical Marijuana Act awaits the Governor’s signature
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