If an individual is changing his state of residence and the individual’s application to transport the NFA firearm cannot be approved because of a prohibition in the new state, what options does a lawful possessor have?
Title II firearms may be left in a safe deposit box in his former state of residence. Also, the firearm could be left or stored in the former state of residence at the house of a friend or relative in a locked room or container to which only the registered owner has a key. The friend or relative should be supplied with a copy of the registration forms and a letter from the owner authorizing storage of the firearm at that location. The firearms may also be transferred in accordance with National Firearms Act (NFA) regulations or, if abandoned, given to the ATF.
Does the registered owner of a destructive device, machine gun, short-barreled shotgun, shortbarreled rifle need authorization to lawfully transport such items interstate?
Yes, unless the registered possessor is a qualified dealer, manufacturer or importer, or a licensed collector transporting only curios or relics. Prior approval must be obtained, even if the move is temporary. Approval is requested by either submitting a letter containing all necessary information or by submitting ATF Form 5320.20, Application to Transport Interstate or to Temporarily Export Certain Title II firearms. This requirement does not apply to the lawful interstate transportation of silencers. Possession of the firearms also must comply with all State and local laws.
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