HUGE UPDATE: What's Really Happening When the ATF Shows Up at Your Home Asking For Your Trigger

Published on August 25, 2022
Duration: 7:11

This video provides an urgent update regarding the ATF's actions concerning the Rare Breed Forced Reset Trigger (FRT). It details a real-life encounter where ATF agents visited a lawful owner to retrieve a trigger, which the ATF now considers an unlawful machine gun. The speaker advises owners to remove and destroy these triggers, documenting the destruction, and to use an attorney as a liaison with the ATF.

Quick Summary

The ATF considers the Rare Breed FRT an unlawful machine gun and is seeking to retrieve them. If ATF visits, cooperate by surrendering the trigger but consider having an attorney act as a liaison to avoid self-incrimination when answering questions.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: ATF & Rare Breed FRT Update
  2. 01:00The Rare Breed Forced Reset Trigger Issue
  3. 01:21ATF's Scavenger Hunt for Triggers
  4. 01:52ATF Visit Example: Ken's Experience
  5. 02:14Purpose of ATF Visit: Trigger Retrieval
  6. 03:08ATF Questions Asked During Visit
  7. 03:50Question 1: How was the item purchased?
  8. 04:01Question 2: Correspondence with seller?
  9. 04:09Question 3: How was it shipped?
  10. 04:16Question 4: How was it received?
  11. 04:35Question 5: Do you know others who purchased?
  12. 04:46Consequences of Lying to Federal Agents
  13. 05:06Recommended Solution: Involve an Attorney
  14. 05:20Agent Demeanor and Cooperation
  15. 05:43Recommended Action: Remove and Destroy Trigger
  16. 06:04Documenting Trigger Destruction
  17. 06:13Attorney as Communication Liaison
  18. 06:34Contact Information and Legal Advice

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ATF's current stance on the Rare Breed Forced Reset Trigger (FRT)?

The ATF has determined that the Rare Breed FRT is an unlawful machine gun. They are actively seeking to retrieve these triggers from owners nationwide, using sales records to identify individuals who purchased them.

What should I do if the ATF shows up at my home asking for my Rare Breed FRT?

It is recommended to cooperate by turning over the trigger. However, you should be cautious about answering questions. It is advisable to have an attorney present to act as a liaison between you and the ATF.

How can I best protect myself if I own a Rare Breed FRT?

The best course of action is to remove the trigger from your firearm and document its complete destruction using tools like a sledgehammer or blowtorch. Provide this documentation to your attorney.

What kind of questions might the ATF ask about a Rare Breed FRT purchase?

The ATF may inquire about how you purchased the trigger, any email chains or correspondence with the seller, how it was shipped and received, and if you were notified it might be an NFA item.

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