Do I need to get any special premission from the ATF to cross a state line with a SBR just to go shooting at a range in another state? Been getting different answers. Any info would be apprieciated. Thanks
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Do I need to get any special premission from the ATF to cross a state line with a SBR just to go shooting at a range in another state? Been getting different answers. Any info would be apprieciated. Thanks
Yes.
1) SBRs will have to be legal in the state inwhich you intend to take the SBR.
2) You'll need an approved 5320.20 form.
As stated, the answer is a definite "yes," and this is a very big deal, should you be caught across state lines without an approved 5320.20. Approved is the operative word here, as notification in and of itself will not suffice.
It's not a particularly difficult process, but it does take at least couple of weeks and you'll need to go through it every time you plan on taking a restricted weapon out of state, since there is no such thing as a blanket permission slip for an unspecified period of time. ATF needs to know where the weapon will be, and when it will be there. You'll also need to be mindful of transport and storage requirements when you get to your destination, but this sort of goes without saying.
Chief
I think you could also find some states simply say NO. There is one state that I know you can't even bring certain mags........:mad: Handgun mags included.
As a general rule, BATF isn't going to approve a 5320.20 requesting travel to a state that restricts ownership of the weapon in question (i.e. machinegun, BSR/SBS, AOW, suppressor, destructive device, etc.).
Chief
Your statement is mostly true, with one exception:
The BATFE/NFA Branch will approve 5320.20's for up to one year to another state.
I just did two for Moyock, NC from Sept 10th, 2008 through Sept 10th, 2009.
Therefore, they will issue a blanket 5320.20 for interstate travel, but according to most, only for up to one year.
Not questioning the clarification, but that is not something with which I am familiar, as it was my (admittedly dated) experience that they wanted to know if it was a permanent relocation, and if not, which actual date(s) the weapon would be in transit or at the alternate location specified on the form.
Are you suggesting that BATF is approving 5320.20s for specified dates up to a year in advance ...
... or that they are giving carte blanche for relatively unrestricted travel (in and out on the dates of your choosing) to a specified state for a period of one year?
The former would be consistent with past application of the policy, but I've never heard of the latter.
Chief
Thanks for all the info really clears things up for me.
Good to know, thanks!
I learned most of my Class III savvy as a customer of Dan Shea's (of Machine Gun News and Small Arms Review fame) back in the late 80s/early 90s, but I'm glad to hear that BATF is making some reasonable accommodation for frequent fliers. :)
Chief