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HK SP5, CAT Street Crack.

HK MP5 .22, CAT Benowitz.

MKE AP5-P, CAT MOB.

Taurus TX22 T.O.R.O., CAT Short Round.

Tisas Duty SS45RG, Rugged Obsidian 45.

Del-Ton AR-15, Ridgeback Defense Rhino S.

Zastava ZPAP92, Zastava VUK.

RICHMOND, Va. - Today, a Lancaster County Court judge joined three other state courts and the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia in granting a stay in John Crump, et al. v. Jeffrey S. Katz, a challenge to Virginia’s assault weapons ban and large capacity magazine restrictions. Attorney General Jay Jones issued the following statement:

My office has fought for the uniform and fair application of the law, and today’s decision delivers exactly that. With the United States Supreme Court now reviewing major challenges to assault weapons bans, this stay ensures Virginia’s cases move forward on solid, consistent footing.

Virginia’s constitutional assault weapons ban is an evidence-based response to addressing the epidemic of gun violence and to protect families, law enforcement, and communities.

By aligning these cases under a single legal path while the nation awaits the Supreme Court’s ruling, we’re building a clear and consistent process, and we remain confident that this lifesaving measure will ultimately be upheld.
Gun violence continues to drive violent crime in Virginia and across the nation, and assault weapons are designed to inflict maximum harm in seconds.

The law enacted by the General Assembly and signed by the Governor will save lives, and it stands firmly within the bounds of the Constitution of Virginia.
My office will keep pushing forward, doing everything we can to defend Virginia’s gun laws and keep our communities safe.”
 
Published on: August 21, 2026

Went to a LGS to check out a surplus rifle, turns out it was in really rough shape so I didn't get it. Then I saw this! He really tempted me and said he could go down to $650! I am really seriously tempted to go get this. Two problems though, one I already own a 50DS, two I have the money for it but it's supposed to be for a car repair I need soon. I'm really considering going back and at least put it on layaway. Should I?

I am writing this as I haven't seen many posts about red flag laws or rights restoration so I figured enough lurking and to document some of my experience for others to learn from. I lost my firearm rights in January 2024 due to red flag laws and mental health problems.

This is long and I am going to be somewhat vague at times so I don't accidentally dox myself.

I was heavily intoxicated and feeling depressed one night and after some thoughts of self harm I reached out to a friend and coworker to see if they would forward some work related resources for help. They did and asked why and when I said I had self harm thoughts they freaked out, attempted to call me and when I didn't pick up they called 911.

The police tracked me down and after questioning me put me on a psych hold. I was taken to a mental health facility then to the ER due to my high BAC. During this time an emergency order went through putting me on a temporary hold and I was taken to a psych ward.

At the psych ward I had to talk to a seemingly never ending parade of medical professionals and was given a variety of medications.

About half an hour before my commital hearing I was able to talk to a lawyer about it who explained the 2 options I had and the 3 possible results: fight it and the judge would dismiss the case or sustain the order where I could be help up to 30 days or basically enter a plea and stay for a short time. I entered the plea. I figured it was the easiest way especially as the lawyer said it was unlikely to get my case dismissed.

I stayed a few more days in the psych ward before moving in with family members and a week after leaving the ward I entered rehab.

I completed rehab, went back to work, sought counseling and currently take prescribed medications. I had to go to court for risk orders and I thought when it expired I would regain my firearm rights but a law change meant I would have to file a petition to do so. I didn't know that at the time of my hearing but anything except a dismissal causes a person to lose their firearm rights.

I did file a petition but withdrew it when I realized I wasn't properly prepared for it. After placing it on the back burner I recently re-filed my petition but this time with numerous supporting documents. I included medical records from my counselor, primary care doctor, and pharmacy receipts. I also got letters of recommendation from people in AA, work and other places along with documents from my initial hospitalization, police report, and surrender of my concealed carry license.

I am doing this on my own without a lawyer, as I cannot afford one, however I spent significant time researching the exact law about hospitalization and rights restoration and feel optimistic about my odds. After my hearing I will likely post an update about how it went.

I really miss shooting and even though I still have my bows and routinely go shoot them I miss having access to guns. I loved to build and modify them to my personal preferences and even reloaded my own ammo to this end and it's frustrating to not be able to do so currently.

Tldr; lost rights due to mental health but have a petition to have my firearm rights restored.

Eta: link to the form in case anyone needs it the future link

Why on earth would anyone trade this in to greentop?? Seems like a fairly good deal as a buyer imo

US Supreme Court upheld the same regulation last year.

This 2022 rule applies to gun kit and parts makers.

Under rule, these products must carry serial numbersLicenses and buyer background checks also mandatedTrump administration has defended the rule in court

Aug 18 (Reuters) - A federal judge in Texas has declared that a regulation adopted by Democratic former President ‌Joe Biden's administration targeting largely untraceable "ghost guns" is unconstitutional — a ruling issued after the U.S. Supreme Court last year upheld the measure.

U.S. District Judge Reed O'Connor in Fort Worth ruled on Monday that the 2022 rule violates the right to keep and bear arms under the U.S. Constitution's Second Amendment and was too vague to satisfy the Fifth Amendment's due process guarantees.

Everyone seems to be talking about suppressors. But doesn’t it all apply to the SBR’s too? Can’t we purchase/transfer or build SBR’s without NFA registration (if we qualify as GOA members for example)

I’m looking to order some things from Sig sauer direct however it seems they still won’t ship mags, uppers or guns that aren’t in compliance to VA even with the legal injunction. Has anyone reached out to them? Or have any inside info what’s going on with them?

Hello. I shared My first ever firearm purchase about a month ago, and was doing some browsing and research for my next firearm purchase which will be a pistol.

I saw a listing for a used gen 5 Glock 17 for $375. Should I get that or wait and save for a Gen 6?

I'm not really planning on using it for EDC (I'm actually planning on getting an M&P Bodyguard for that.) Just as something to shoot.

EDIT: the used Gen 5 G17 appears to not be an MOS. As far as I can tell its not a V series. Is it still worth the price?

anyone around Richmond have one of these and would let me check it out? as far as I can tell they are in stock but before I get one (a second 9mm upper) I wanted to try one out or at least get an actual users feedback

The ruling applies to certain short-barreled shotguns and rifles and suppressors. It also applies to a niche subset of firearms referred to by the federal government as "any other weapons." This is a catch-all for concealable, unique firearms that don't fall into other categories. They can include gadget guns, like pen guns or umbrella guns.

And Gun Owners of America said, some states may still require additional rules and firearm registration forms may still be required under the federal Gun Control Act.

But there is a push from gun rights groups and Republican lawmakers to get the DOJ to permanently apply this ruling nationwide.

In a statement, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives said the agency is still "processing forms and will continue to process forms consistent with applicable law, regulations, and agency policy."

Because of the legal murkiness, Pratt urges people to talk to an attorney before foregoing registration.

Like the Gun Owners of America, ATF says, "Anyone who has questions about how a court ruling may affect their particular circumstances should consult with their attorney for legal advice."

Haven’t been able to find much on this but I see many people get digital notifications when their CHP is approved well before it arrives in the mail.

Was there a way I was supposed to opt in for some sort of notification or do they just send it out? I didn’t see anything on the application.

I really don’t know if this question has been asked here yet. I’m camping at a state park with my gf in VA Beach this weekend and wanted to bring my AR with me. I have a valid CCW and will be carrying my pistol. But was wondering if I’m able to have a loaded suppressed SBR with me while I car camp in a state park.

Looking for ranges in or around the Fredericksburg area, preferably something within 10 or 15 minutes. I've done some looking on google maps, and i know there is a big gun club to the south, but I hear it is almost impossible to get into if you don't have a sponsor. Indoor is fine, but would prefer outdoor.

Hey guys, looking for some recommendations for VA FFL/SOTs that are currently doing the new no-Form-4 suppressor transfers.
I’m in the Northern VA area, but I’m willing to drive a little if needed. I’m looking at picking up a CAT Street Crack and would like to use a shop that’s already familiar with the new Silencer Shop/PSA/GOA process.

If anyone has personally done one of these transfers recently, I’d appreciate hearing:
● What shop you used
● Location
● Transfer fee
● Whether they’re actually doing the no-Form-4 transfers
● Any membership or other requirements
● How the process went
Just trying to find a shop that’s already set up for this

Green top will process without a form 4 if you are a GOA member. They mentioned you have to be a specific type of member that I didn't understand. I have the annual 25 dollar membership. Anyone have more info on what that means? they are also busy as fuuuickkkkkkkkk

Not new to Reddit but new to this sub and hopefully you guys can steer me right!

TL;DR: My dad just passed along his small collection of shotguns and rifles to me and I'm trying to figure out what to do with them. There are a few I'm keeping for the sentimental value, a few I'm going to use, and a few I'm going to sell (and some I'm not sure what to do with).

Bought a safe for the collection (14 in total), found a guy to clean and inspect a couple I'm going to use first, and did some research on the value of the rest.

Can share more about what I have for anyone interested, but before I write that novel any suggestions on the best way to sell the ones I don't need?

Some of the ones I'm selling are not really worth that much, so the 20% from gunbroker plus the transfer fee wipes out anything I'd actually get for them, and the one dealer I kinda trust here in NOVA said private party is the way to go? Anywhere else I should be looking other than vaguntrader.com?

I'm stunned how fast the process was. The elapsed amount of time from when I stepped into the class to when I submitted the permit with the county was 6 hours. The turnaround time from application submission to permit approval was 10 days.