I posted this in the "Law Enforcement, Military & Homeland Security Discussion" section because I would most like to hear from LEOs, present and past, who have had experience tracing gun records, although I'd be happy to hear from anyone with direct knowledge in this area.
Here's my hypothetical scenario: Some president, governor or mayor orders (illegal) gun confiscation, like after Katrina, despite any legal prohibitions to the contrary. If a person had a handgun that was bought completely legally at a gun store, but:
BTW, I am well aware of the "boating accident" defense!
Here's my hypothetical scenario: Some president, governor or mayor orders (illegal) gun confiscation, like after Katrina, despite any legal prohibitions to the contrary. If a person had a handgun that was bought completely legally at a gun store, but:
- It was in the mid-70's, way before the Brady Bill and the NICS system
- It was in a state the owner lived in previously, not his current state of residence
- There was a state background check per GCA, but it was purely a paper transaction
BTW, I am well aware of the "boating accident" defense!