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Black Powder pistols fall under the same category as modern handguns/firearms in Washington state. You must meet the same requirements to purchase and/or be in possession of one the same as if it were a Glock 9mm. A black powder firearm is regulated under Washington State Law and requires all state mandated transfer requirements (page 9 WA State DOL Firearms Dealer Training Manual) and under Washington State Law, if you are prohibited from owning or possessing a modern firearm, you are prohibited from owning a black powder firearm as well. This is a fairly recent change in Washington (within the last couple of years) and over 90% of the states, including California and even Washington, D.C. have no such requirements in order to purchase, own or possess a black powder firearm be it rifle or hand gun. Prior tothis change, you simply needed to provide i.d to prove you were of age (18), lay down the money and walk out the door.
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∙ 11y agoThe CRIMINAL CODE portions of the Federal statutes dealing with felon firearm possession are covered in 18 USC 921 and 18 USC 922. You may read them at your leisure.
BRIEFLY, the important points are these;
Blackpowder arms ARE defined as (prohibited) FIREARMS under the criminal code UNLESS they are considered ANTIQUES manufactured in 1898 or previously. OR they are EXACT REPLICAS of those types weapons. Meaning reproductions which are exact in every respect; appearance - construction - function - etc.
Just because firearm is a "blackpowder" arm does NOT automatically qualify it as exempt under the antique definition.
The BATF definition of blackpowder arms as contained in the portion of the US Code pertaining to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Fireams, is NOT applicable for criminal purposes. Disregard any description of blackpowder arms contained in the BATF statute if you are looking for a defense for carrying one.
If caught, you will be prosecuted under the Criminal Code statute not the BATF statute.
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Do black powder pistols require registration?
no they do not ----- In general, black powder handguns do not require registration. I would check with local authorities, however, because the registration laws vary from state to state, and may even involve local ordinances.
Is it legal to conceal black powder pistols?
It depends on the state law in the state you live in. In most states you will need a concealed weapon permit. So long as you have a CWP you should be fine, not the best for personal protection, but it will work.
Are gun permits required for black powder pistols in Michigan?
I know as far as carry goes the same laws govern black powder as moder firearms, as for purchase I don't know. The NRA-ILA website has a information database of gun laws by state and an ask the experts section that should be able to help.www.nraila.org
Do you have to call the state to transfer a black powder gun?
I imagine state laws vary on this but in Texas you do not have to call anybody to transfer a black powder gun.
Where is the Black Heritage Society Of Washington State in Seattle Washington located?
The address of the Black Heritage Society Of Washington State is: Po Box22961, Seattle, WA 98122-0961
Are bears native to Washington state?
yes, the black bear.
What are gun laws on black powder pistols in Oregon?
The questions is not "Black Powder", More it is a question of the definitions of a firearm and of a pistol. CT law would consider a black powder pistol a firearm because it can fire a projectile and the barrel length would also fall under the definition of a pistol. Below is a decision made in CT from the law library. "Replica antique pistol, which fired a .44 caliber ball propelled by a black powder charge, instead of a bullet from a fixed cartridge, constituted a weapon under section; defendant's claim of implicit "antique gun exception" to prohibitions of section rejected. 49 CS 248." Source: "CT legislative law"
Who is state bird is yellow and black?
Washington... The Gold Finch
Can you own black powder firearms in Indiana if your convicted of domestic violence in another state?
check with you state Attorney General
Can a convicted felon hunt with a black powder rifle in Indiana?
In the state of Missouri Its perfectly legal to hunt with a black powder rifle during deer season. In all counties
What is the state law owning a black powder gun in Missouri if you are a convicted felon?
State law has nothing to do with it. It is a FEDERAL offense for a convicted felon to own or possess a firearm or ammunition of ANY type, ANY where, for ANY reason. (US Code, Title 18). It is not a FEDERAL offense to own BLACK POWDER pistols or rifles, if you are a felon. They are NOT considered FIREARMS as long as they represent such guns manufactured prior to early 1900, are muzzle loaders, cap and ball, flintlock, known as percussion guns. A replica such as a Colt 1851/1858 .44 cal revolver, cap and ball, black powder gun is NOT considered a FIREARM. None of the black powder guns, either pistol or rifle are considered FIREARMS. per code of federal regulations , and the ATF. Even a Federal Felon, can own a black powder gun, in most States. Even though the respective State is in error if they deny a Felon the right to own and shoot a BLACK POWDER gun, most felons challenging the States decision to deny, will find a long and expensive court battle. There are less than a half dozen States that do not recognize the Federal Law view that black powder guns are NOT FIREARMS. So if you are a felon, don't be in one of those States if you intend on owning a black powder rifle or pistol. Mail order,buy at a gun show or private individual, and have some fun shooting black powder.
Can a felon own a black powder gun in West Virgina?
ask your state Attorny General
