Proposed Rule on Bump-Stock-Type Devices Officially Published; Comments Accepted Until June 27, 2018
ATF Proposed Rule on Bump-Stock-Type Devices Officially Published
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ATF Proposed Rulemaking Will Classify Bump-Stocks as “Machineguns”
On Friday, March 23, 2018, Attorney General Sessions announced that the ATF is set to publish proposed rulemaking to classify bump-stocks as machineguns.
The Impact of Mass Violence on Gun Control in the United States
In the immortal words of Bob Dylan, the times, they are a-changin’. Again. The tragic Stoneman Douglas High School shooting in Parkland, Florida could very well be a tipping point.
ATF Revokes Obsolete Guidance Documents
ATF recently published Ruling 2017-1 Revoking Certain Guidance Documents. The documents are part of the Session’s rescission of 25 guidance documents.
Register for Reeves & Dola’s 2018 Wednesday Webinar Series
Reeves & Dola is pleased to announce the first half of the 2018 schedule of our one-hour Webinars on U.S. export controls and federal firearms laws..
ATF Seeking Comments On Proposed Rulemaking On Bump Fire Stocks
Written comments must be submitted to ATF no later than thirty (30) days after publication in the Federal Register.
Reeves & Dola Launches Its Wednesday Webinar Series
Beginning in August 2017, we are offering one-hour webinars every month on the Gun Control Act, National Firearms Act, and firearms and ammunition excise tax.
U.S. Government Expands Ukraine Sanctions to Include Russian Firearms Manufacturer
OFAC announced expansion of sanctions imposed on persons and entities in Russia pursuant to Executive Orders President Obama issued in 2014.
Myth Busters – Common Misconceptions About the National Firearms Act
In this first “Myth Busters” article, we address some of the more common misconceptions about the NFA.
Recent Court Case Sheds Light on ITAR Brokering
Valuable lessons to take away from the State Department’s arguments & court’s analysis on what activities may rise to the level of ITAR-controlled brokering…
New Year, New Electronic Reporting Requirements
On January 3, 2017, the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) published a Final Rule to revise the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
ATF Publishes New Ruling Authorizing Marking of Certain Destructive Devices
On August 5, 2016, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) published a ruling authorizing the marking of certain destructive devices manufactured for the United States…..
State Department Updates Agreement Guidelines Effective September 1, 2016
On August 11, 2016, the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) announced its newest revision to the Guidelines for Preparing Agreements (“Agreement Guidelines”), Revision 4.4, which will…..
DDTC Issues Guidance on Registration Requirement for Firearm Manufacturers/Gunsmiths
On July 22, 2016, the U.S. Department of State, Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC), published guidance addressing the registration requirements of the International Traffic in Arms…..
Manufacturers of Firearms & Ammo: Excise Tax Applies to Writer Sample Product
It has come to our attention that a number of manufacturers & importers of guns & ammo are unaware of excise tax liability imposed on their business use of firearms & ammunition.
ATF Posts New Processing Times for Applications and Variance Requests
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) recently posted new processing times for National Firearms Act (NFA) transfer applications, Gun Control Act (GCA) license…..
DDTC and BIS Publish Harmonized Definitions
On June 3, 2016, the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) and the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) published in the Federal Register changes to the International Traffic in Arms…..
ATF Publishes Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Gun Storage
On May 26, 2016, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) published in the Federal Register a notice of proposed rulemaking…
DDTC No Longer Accepting Expired Form DSP-83
The Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (“DDTC”) advises industry that as of May 14, 2016, DDTC will no longer accept expired Forms DSP-83 Nontransfer and Use Certificate (the current form…..
DDTC Announces Change in Policy for Exports to Vietnam
Pursuant to President Obama’s announcement that the decades-long ban on the sale or transfer of arms and related materiel to Vietnam was being lifted, the Directorate of Defense Trade…..
ATF Publishes Three Rulings on Recordkeeping – Part 3 of 3
This alert is the final of three installments reviewing ATF’s recent rulings on recordkeeping. Our previous alerts of May 11 and May 12, 2016, covered ATF. Rul 2016-1 and Rul. 2016-2, respectively.
ATF Publishes Three Rulings on Recordkeeping – Part 2 of 3
Our previous alert of May 11, 2016, covered ATF. Rul 2016-1, which addresses the requirements for federal firearms licensees (“FFLs”) to maintain their acquisition and disposition records…..
ATF Publishes Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Firearm Silencer Markings
On May 4, 2016, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives published an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking seeking industry feedback on silencer markings…
Katherine Heubert Joins Reeves & Dola, LLP
Reeves & Dola, LLP is proud to announce that Katherine L.B. Heubert has joined the firm as Of Counsel.
ATF Final Rule Requiring “Responsible Persons” of Trusts, Submit Photos & Fingerprint
Under the change partnerships, corporations, trusts who wish to acquire NFA firearms will be required to submit significant personal information…
President Obama Announces New Executive Actions to Reduce Gun VIolence
President Obama announced a number of executive actions “to reduce gun violence and make our communities safer.”
ATF Changes Rules for Dealers Importing Firearms
Officials from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) has advised Reeves & Dola that the agency is now requiring licensed dealers who regularly import firearms on behalf…
ATF Changes Electronic Data Transmission Policy in Wake Of OPM Data Breach
In the wake of the recent data breaches at the Office of Personnel Management, ATF has reevaluated its policy of electronically transmitting NFA information and other sensitive information…
Recent Supreme Court Decision Could Change The Deference Given To Federal Agencies?
The bottom line is, Agencies may reverse course with no advance notice or input from affected industry members. The silver lining is…
ATF Proposes Revisions To Explosives Renewal Applpication Form
The purpose of the revision is to clarify that renewal applicants must submit Employee Possessor Questionnaires for all employee possessors, not just new possessors…