Robert K. Merting - Attorney at Law
Trust Your Guns: A firearms, business, and ITAR knowledgeable law practice
This is something every gun purchaser dreads: the thought your National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) check comes back delayed or denied. Embarrassment, frustration, and confusion are just some of the emotions that you may feel. Do not let these get the best of you! Before you take another step, relax and breath. A Read More …
A common question from clients is why should I use a trust to distribute my firearms after death? Phrased another way, what are the advantages of using a trust over a will? Most people are familiar with the concept of a will. In short, at your death a will specifies who receives the property you Read More …
Last month the American Suppressor Association reported discussing the future of ATF 41P with the ATF. From their conversation they determined that action is not expected until at least May of 2015 and maybe as late as December of 2015. If you have been watching this and timing your entry into the NFA market, you Read More …
Contrary to popular belief, South Carolina state law does not forbid the open carry of firearms. Now, read on, because all is not as it seems. (And do not go strapping a pistol to your side for a stroll through Wal-Mart.) What the law forbids is possession of a handgun unless you meet a long Read More …
In May the Prince Law firm identified an inconsistency in definitions between the National Firearms Act and the Gun Control Act. The ATF took the position that for the purposes of the Gun Control Act the definition of Person did not include trusts. (This stance allowed them to require FFLs to perform a NICS check Read More …