Sun Apr 22, 2012 3:43 am
ATF to accept public comments prior to outlawing shotguns
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The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms is taking a rare step of allowing public comments prior to issuing a decision on a study that could result in outlawing certain types of shotguns currently available to citizens.
The ATF completed a study regarding the importability of certain shotguns. The basis for a possible ban is based on a loosely defined "Sporting Purpose" test. Using the vague definition almost all pump-action and semi-automatic shotguns could be banned as they are all capable of accepting a magazine, box or tube capable of holding more than 5 rounds. Other characteristics determined to be "military" by the ATF can also be used as a basis for a ban.
Ironically, many shotguns with "military" features are currently being used in shooting competitions held by the USPSA, IDPA and IPSC. The rules could also result in obscure regulations where an individual would be unsure if he is violating them or not.
http://www.greeleygazette.com/press/?p=9223
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"Military men are dumb stupid animals, to be used as pawns in foreign policy." - Henry Kissinger, Foreign Policy Adviser to numerous American Presidents.
"I form the light, and create darkness: I make peace, and create evil I the LORD do all these things."
