NFA Gun Trust Lawyer Blog
There are several type of Title II firearms (those sold by Class 3 SOT FFLs) that are restricted by the National Firearms Act.
Each state can impose additional restrictions on the sale, purchase, and transfer of Title II or NFA firearms. These laws or restrictions are in addition to the compliance that is required with the National Firearms Act.
In Washington you can own the following items that are regulated the National Firearms Act:
- Silencers
- Any Other Weapon (AOW)
- Destructive Devices (DD)
- Short Barreled Rifles (SBR) legal to purchase and possess, and as of July 2016 manufacture.
In Washington you cannot own the following NFA restricted items.
- Machine Guns*
- Short Barreled Shotguns (SBS)*
- It was not permitted to manufacture an SBR within the state of WA prior to July 2016
NOTE:* Not legal to own or possess parts that can make these firearms unless these items were legally acquired prior to July 1, 1994 and be in compliance with federal law or machine Gun or Short Barreled Shotgun, but be possessed by by peace officer for official duty, armed forces, or person in compliance with NFA who has undergone Fingerprint and background check who in engaged in the production , manufacture, repair, or testing of Machine guns, or SBS
Follow this link to find out more about Washington and NFA restrictions on Class 3 Firearms
April 2016 Update– SB6165 is effective 90 days after the adjournment of the legislative session. The 2016 Special Session adjourned on March 10, 2016 so this would mean around June 9th or just prior to the new ATF changes in 41F