Author: Merting

Robert was raised in the pine forests of South Carolina’s Lowcountry. He is a graduate of Wofford College and received his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Washington and Lee University. An avid hunter, shooting sports enthusiast and outdoorsman, Robert has built his law practice with a focus on firearms law and the legal structures required for the purchase and protection of firearms. Previously, he worked as in-house counsel to a large defense contractor, from which he brings a depth of business knowledge to his clients. Robert lives in the Upstate and practices law from his office in Greenville, South Carolina.

Pardon vs. Expunge

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For clients looking to restore their firearm rights a fundamental question is whether to pursue a pardon or an expunction (i.e. expungement). There are many factors which affect the ultimate decision, and we will consider some of these today. Qualifications To start, you should determine whether you qualify for a pardon or an expunction. If Read More …

The Shockwave and Stakeout

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The Mossberg Shockwave made a splash earlier this year and now Saurez International is offering the similar Stakeout based off of the Remington 870. These two firearms are “birds-head grip” shotguns with barrels slightly longer than 14 inches. Each is pump operated with an overall length slightly longer than 26 inches. And neither is considered a firearm Read More …

Mental Committals and Petitioning for Your Rights

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Mental committal, involuntary committal, mental adjudication, adjudicated incompetent, a finding of mentally defective. However you say it, the Probate Court in SC can determine your sanity and take away your rights. This is a serious finding, and unfortunately one that many clients do not remember in detail. I understand this is a difficult time in your Read More …

ATF Form 4 and 3 Wait Times

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Purchasers of suppressors, short-barreled rifles, and other NFA firearms commonly enquire how long the process will take. Unfortunately, whenever I answer that question, I’m driving looking in the rearview mirror. I can guess how long a current submittal will take based upon a) the length of time it took to process a Form 4 approved today, Read More …