Videos tagged with Federal Gun Control Act of 1968

This video discusses the conflict between state-level legalization of recreational cannabis and federal law prohibiting firearm possession by unlawful users of controlled substances. The ATF has issued guidance reminding Minnesotans that despite state legalization, federal law still prohibits individuals who use marijuana from owning or possessing firearms. This creates a situation where individuals must truthfully answer ATF Form 4473, potentially leading to denial of firearm purchases.

This video, presented by William Kirk, President of Washington Gun Law, provides expert guidance on the legality of purchasing firearms across state lines, specifically for Washington residents and non-residents. It details the relevant Revised Code of Washington (RCW) statutes and federal laws governing these transactions, emphasizing the differences in regulations for rifles, shotguns, handguns, and semi-automatic assault rifles. The information is crucial for understanding compliance with background checks and transfer procedures when buying firearms in or out of Washington State.