Robert K. Merting - Attorney at Law
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Chances are, you have or have considered purchasing firearms regulated by the National Firearms Act (NFA). That might include a Short Barreled Rifle (SBR). Or perhaps you, or a friend, have taken a shortcut and are using an AR-15 pistol with a brace in lieu of a SBR. The two function practically the same; so Read More …
If you own a SBR based on the AR platform chances are you have, or are tempted to buy, multiple uppers for the firearm. This is just fine if you follow a few technicalities. First: The Firearm A short barreled rifle (SBR) is defined as a rifle with a barrel less than 16” in length. Read More …
Owners of registered firearms commonly ask about their duty to update paperwork and notify the ATF if they move. While there is some disagreement about the extent of the duty to notify the ATF, it is clear the ATF has been charged by Congress to keep a list of registered firearms including their location. 26 U.S.C. Read More …
If you have an AR type rifle or pistol and have been in a gun store in the past six months, chances are you have noticed the new Sig ‘Pistol Brace.’ This oddly looking foam “U” slid over the rear of the protruding buffer tube was designed to fit over the forearm of the user Read More …
Clients often intend to file a Form 1 and manufacture a Short Barreled Rifle from what is a pistol. Once the Form 1 is approved, the manufacturing bit is easy. Just add a stock. However, what is more difficult is figuring out what to engrave and where. The what, name of manufacturer and location, is Read More …