If You Bought An AR15 After 2016 … You’re Now A Felon?! (New Massachusetts Gun Law)

Published on August 12, 2024
Duration: 16:33

This video discusses significant changes to Massachusetts firearms laws, particularly focusing on the assault weapons ban and the expansion of the red flag law. It highlights that firearms not owned and registered before July 20, 2016, may now be illegal to possess. The legislation also redefines assault weapons by including features like barrel shrouds, potentially banning most semi-automatic rifles. Additionally, the red flag law is expanded to include therapists and counselors as potential petitioners, and a new approved weapons roster may impact the sale of rifles and shotguns.

Quick Summary

New Massachusetts gun laws may criminalize AR-15 ownership if firearms were not legally owned and registered before July 20, 2016. The legislation also redefines assault weapons by including features like barrel shrouds and expands the red flag law to include therapists and counselors as potential petitioners.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: MA Gun Law Changes
  2. 00:37Significance of New Gun Bill
  3. 01:54Assault Weapons Ban Details
  4. 03:04Redefining Assault Weapon Features
  5. 03:47Impact on Previous Gun Owners
  6. 04:29Problematic Areas of the Bill
  7. 04:37Expansion of Red Flag Law
  8. 05:39Approved Weapons Roster Impact
  9. 06:20Anticipated Legal Challenges
  10. 07:40Conflicts with Federal Law
  11. 09:18Legal Precedent and Other States
  12. 10:47Bill Status and Effective Date
  13. 12:21Implications for Owners & Sellers
  14. 13:03Large Capacity Magazines
  15. 13:33Dealer Inventory Cut-off
  16. 13:55Major Takeaways
  17. 14:56Anticipated Cases

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary impact of the new Massachusetts gun law on AR-15 owners?

The new Massachusetts gun law may criminalize the ownership of AR-15 type weapons if they were not legally owned and registered prior to July 20, 2016. Possession of such firearms acquired after this date could lead to felony charges.

How does the new Massachusetts law redefine assault weapons?

The legislation redefines assault weapons by including features like a barrel shroud, which is a handle-like covering over the barrel. This addition could ban the sale of most semi-automatic rifles in Massachusetts.

What changes are being made to the red flag law in Massachusetts?

The red flag law in Massachusetts is being expanded to allow therapists, marriage counselors, and substance abuse counselors to petition the court to remove an individual's firearm rights if they are deemed a danger.

What are the implications for gun dealers regarding the approved weapons roster?

Rifles and shotguns may be added to the approved weapons roster, similar to handguns. Currently, no rifles or shotguns are on this list, which could prevent dealers from selling them until the roster is updated.

What advice is given to Massachusetts gun owners regarding potentially illegal firearms?

Owners are advised to know what's in their gun safe, contact dealers about buy-backs or consignment sales for out-of-state shipping, and purchase any desired legal firearms before August 1st, as dealers may extend hours.

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