Posted: 10/29/2007 10:57:47 AM EDT
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Ok, scenario is "fiction" Lets say, you're going through grandpops stuff since he passed away. While doing so, you come across an old "war bring back" pistol. As far as you know, it was never registered. 2 questions: 1. How do you know if it was registered in his name or not? 2. How would you legally get it registered in your name? (assuming you have a liscence and all) ...again, "hypothetical" scenario. |
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www.troopers.state.ny.us/FAQs/Firearms/Dealers.cfm Firearms Dealers FAQs Q - May firearms dealers purchase handguns from individuals who possess them unlawfully, such as war souvenirs, heirlooms, etc.? Yes, provided that certain steps are taken. Penal Law section 265.20 provides for the surrender of unlawfully possessed firearms, without fear of prosecution, under certain circumstances. If an individual innocently finds him or herself in possession of a handgun, this law provides amnesty from prosecution if the weapons are voluntarily surrendered to a law enforcement agency. Once the handgun has been surrendered, the receiving agency must investigate whether the weapon is a nuisance property and must be destroyed. If this is not the case, then the weapon may either be possessed by the person who surrendered it (if properly licensed) or he/she may arrange for the sale of the weapon to a licensed firearms dealer. |