William Kirk, President of Washington Gun Law, provides expert guidance on the legal distinctions between converting a pistol to a rifle and vice-versa. He emphasizes that while converting a pistol to a rifle is generally permissible by adding a 16-inch barrel and stock, the reverse process (rifle to pistol) requires strict adherence to NFA regulations, including filing an ATF Form 1 and paying a $200 tax. Failure to comply can result in severe legal penalties.
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