What to Do If Your Firearm Gets Stolen

Washington's safe storage laws, specifically RCW 9.41.360, do not mandate how firearms must be stored. Instead, they establish criminal liability if an unsecured firearm is accessed by an unauthorized person, leading to harm or a crime. Key exceptions exist for securely stored firearms, lawful self-defense use, and timely reporting of theft.

Washington House Bill 1152 significantly alters firearm storage laws in Washington State. It mandates specific requirements for storing firearms in vehicles, including the use of locked, opaque, hard-sided containers fixed within the vehicle. For home storage, firearms must be securely stored when not carried or readily controlled, either by being locked/disabled or kept in a locked safe. The bill removes the previous exception for reporting lost or stolen firearms to avoid criminal liability.

This video breaks down four new firearm-related bills signed into law in Washington State by Governor Jay Inslee. It details the effective dates and specific provisions of each bill, including mandatory firearm reporting, gun buyback program expansions, new gun-free zones, and significant regulations impacting the FFL industry. The information is presented by William Kirk of Washington Gun Law.

This video discusses the legal challenge to Washington State's magazine ban, specifically RCW 9.41.360, in the case of Brumback v. Ferguson. William Kirk and Pete Serrano of the Silent Majority Foundation analyze the potential for this ban to be overturned before Christmas. The discussion covers the implications of a temporary injunction and the broader fight for Second Amendment rights, highlighting the involvement of Gimme Guns as a plaintiff. Resources for further information on the lawsuit and relevant statutes are provided.

Washington Gun Law TV discusses the legalities of loaning firearms in Washington State. It clarifies that private transfers require an FFL background check unless an immediate family exception under RCW 9.41.113(4) applies. The video emphasizes the severe penalties for knowingly delivering a firearm to an ineligible person (RCW 9.41.080) and the potential criminal liability for unsafe storage if an unauthorized individual accesses and misuses a firearm (RCW 9.41.360).

This video from Washington Gun Law President William Kirk discusses the tragic Oxford, Michigan school shooting and its implications for safe storage laws. Analyzing the events surrounding 15-year-old Ethan Crumbley's alleged actions, the video highlights reports of prior warning signs and the father's recent purchase of the firearm, which may not have been securely stored. The discussion contrasts Michigan's lack of "safe storage" laws with Washington State's RCW 9.41.360, examining the potential legal ramifications for the parents in both jurisdictions, who now face involuntary manslaughter charges. The content aims to educate viewers on the importance of secure firearm storage.

William Kirk, President of Washington Gun Law and a practicing attorney, provides expert guidance on how to legally respond if your vehicle is surrounded by a mob. He emphasizes understanding the nuances of self-defense laws, particularly concerning the use of force, and stresses that the primary goal should always be de-escalation and safe escape when possible. The instruction highlights the critical difference between property damage and threats to human life when justifying defensive actions.

This video, featuring legal expert William Kirk, delves into the complex legalities of using deadly force against law enforcement officers when faced with unlawful aggression. It clarifies the foundational principles of self-defense, including necessity, reasonableness, and proportionality, and outlines the four legal justifications for employing lethal force. The discussion highlights the protections afforded by the Castle Doctrine and Stand Your Ground laws, particularly within one's home, and differentiates between the legal right to self-defense and the tactical considerations of engaging with law enforcement.

This video features William Kirk, President of Washington Gun Law, an expert in firearms law, discussing the growing trend of county sheriffs and state associations opposing federal gun control measures. The primary focus is on Arkansas, detailing Act 1012 and Arkansas Code 21-1-904, which aim to prevent state cooperation with federal enforcement of certain firearms regulations, particularly the ATF's rule on pistol stabilizing braces.

William Kirk, President of Washington Gun Law, provides expert insights into ATF firearm inspection authority. He clarifies that the ATF cannot demand inspections of non-NFA firearms or NFA items without a warrant, dispelling common misconceptions about Fourth Amendment rights for firearm owners. The video emphasizes that FFLs have different inspection rules than private citizens.