I am considering building an SBR. I know about the form 1's and BATF approval, etc. However, what happens if I move to a different state (Assuming SBR's are legal there)? Do I need to file any new paperwork, or does the original paperwork with my old address still work?
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RRTX
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Yep, the ATF has to be notified of the change of address. I can't recall the specific form number though
Jadecristal
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Moving NFA things...
My general understanding is that interstate moves of NFA firearms require approval on ATF Form 5320.20 (not called by anything like "Form 'x'"), which you can view online at their website:
http://www.atf.gov/forms/5000.htm#firearms
Another site I found claims that in-state movement doesn't require permission from the BATFE (which would make sense to me, since the whole idea of the NFA was taxation, and that would fall under the whole "commerce between states" that Congress likes so much), but that if you're permanently changing address within the same state, they would much appreciate it if you let them know so that your address with them is current. I'm not finding anything that says that you *have* to, though.
<tinfoil-hat>Not that they'd TELL you if you didn't have to, they would rather you call and ask about it, then they can be like, "no, but by the way, what's your new address?"</tinfoil-hat>
My general understanding is that interstate moves of NFA firearms require approval on ATF Form 5320.20 (not called by anything like "Form 'x'"), which you can view online at their website:
http://www.atf.gov/forms/5000.htm#firearms
Another site I found claims that in-state movement doesn't require permission from the BATFE (which would make sense to me, since the whole idea of the NFA was taxation, and that would fall under the whole "commerce between states" that Congress likes so much), but that if you're permanently changing address within the same state, they would much appreciate it if you let them know so that your address with them is current. I'm not finding anything that says that you *have* to, though.
<tinfoil-hat>Not that they'd TELL you if you didn't have to, they would rather you call and ask about it, then they can be like, "no, but by the way, what's your new address?"</tinfoil-hat>
El Tejon
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I just like to express my happiness that you said "Title II". It brings a little tear to my eye. 
Hkmp5sd
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If it is a rush move, you can store your NFA item in the state it is registered until the forms are approved. You can lock it in a case or locker and leave it with a friend or relative as long as they don't have a way to get to the gun while you are gone.
So let me get this straight, I need 6 weeks notice everytime I take it out of state?!?!?!
I live in north DE. I am 10 minutes away from PA, NJ, and MD. My gun club where I shoot is in PA. So can I file a 520 forms at once; one for every weekend of the next 10 years advising I might be taking my SBR to PA to shoot?
This sounds like way too much hassel just to hack a couple inches off a barrel.
I live in north DE. I am 10 minutes away from PA, NJ, and MD. My gun club where I shoot is in PA. So can I file a 520 forms at once; one for every weekend of the next 10 years advising I might be taking my SBR to PA to shoot?
This sounds like way too much hassel just to hack a couple inches off a barrel.
Hkmp5sd
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Build an AOW instead of a SBR, unless you want a stock, of course. You can take AOWs and suppressors across state lines without permission. The other NFA items require prior approval.
Hkmp5sd
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On the other hand....
The pistols do look pretty good....
The pistols do look pretty good....
That does look pretty good, but I have an AMD-65 kit for a pistol build. I have a thing for shoulder fired weapons and was thinking a $479 krink kit would be a little excessive unless I was going to do it right and make it an SBR.
I think I'll just buy a krink kit now and sit on it. I plan to move to PA within the next few years, so I can register a receiver and build it then.
.... Unless I could just mail the ATF 520 forms for the next 10 years of weekends.
I think I'll just buy a krink kit now and sit on it. I plan to move to PA within the next few years, so I can register a receiver and build it then.
.... Unless I could just mail the ATF 520 forms for the next 10 years of weekends.
Hkmp5sd
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Before you give up, write to the National Firearm Act Branch at BATFE and ask them about frequent trips out of state. They might be able to help find a solution.
It would not apply in this case, but I think that if the NFA firearm is a C&R, you can transport it across state lines with a C&R license without having to fill out that form. I know you can with a Class 3 dealer's license, but that gets expensive.
I believe with an intrastate change of address, BATFE wants a letter, but I don't know if they require it.
Jim
I believe with an intrastate change of address, BATFE wants a letter, but I don't know if they require it.
Jim
Bubbles
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If you're not moving permanently, a 5320.20 is good for up to a year.
So, you would need to file three of them - one each for PA, NJ, and MD. The dates, for example, could run from 07/01/05 to 06/30/06.
The form is available online at http://www.titleii.com/pdf/5320-20.pdf
Hkmp5sd
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I don't think you need to submit the form for NJ. I believe SBRs are not permitted there.
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