Videos tagged with Regulatory Guidance

This video addresses the ATF's recent open letter concerning solvent traps, clarifying that the agency considers them silencer parts. It advises individuals not to contact the ATF directly but to seek counsel from a firearms attorney if they possess such items. The instructor emphasizes that FFLs are not obligated to accept these devices and warns against bringing them to dealers.

This interview with former ATF Chief of Firearms & Ammunition Division, Earl Griffith, addresses common misconceptions about the ATF's role. Griffith emphasizes the ATF's function as a regulator aiming to guide the industry through regulations, rather than confiscate firearms. He highlights the importance of better communication between the ATF and the firearms industry, suggesting that clearer guidance on regulations and forms could significantly improve understanding and compliance.

This video discusses the ATF's temporary withdrawal of proposed guidance on firearm braces, framing it as a minor victory in a larger 'war for rights.' The speakers emphasize that the withdrawal is not a permanent change in law and that the ATF may issue final guidance later. They highlight the importance of continued advocacy and legal action from organizations like the Firearms Policy Coalition and Gun Owners of America, especially given the current political climate and the precedent set by executive actions.