Posted: 12/22/2006 2:10:45 PM EDT
| In the next few months I plan on doing a bunch of traveling for business, hopefully running into a few gun shows, or random shops along the way. Can I purchase a rilfe out of state without shipping it back to my home state through a gun dealer? Basically buy it and throw it in my car and bring it back home? Thanks Medic17 |
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according to the federal government, you can purchase a long arm from a dealer in any state. however, some states have more stringent laws. Soem still have the "contiguous" state law.... meaning you can only purchase in that state if you are a resident of a bordering state. "B2) From whom may an unlicensed person acquire a firearm under the GCA? [Back] A person may only acquire a firearm within the person’s own State, except that he or she may purchase or otherwise acquire a rifle or shotgun, in person, at a licensee's premises in any State, provided the sale complies with State laws applicable in the State of sale and the State where the purchaser resides. A person may borrow or rent a firearm in any State for temporary use for lawful sporting purposes. [18 U.S.C. 922(a)(3) and (5), 922(b)(3), 27 CFR 478.29 and 478.30]" |
Incorrect. There is no need to ship it. If your home state, or the state you are in, has a contiguous state law, you will need to have it transferred through a dealer in your state of residence ONLY IF you are not from a contiguous state. I quoted the ATF law above. It's actually quite simple. As long as the laws of your state of residence, and the state of purchase are met, you're good to go. |
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Most people buy rifles from an FFL in almost any state. (note I use most and almost) Here at Walmart, they have a big map on the ammo counter showing which states are reciprocal and which are not. IE: I can go to New Mexico and buy a rifle but not Nevada. New Mexico residents cand buy here in TN but not NV residents. You can transport the rifle yourself after purchasing it from a dealer. Handguns and private sales are a no no. |