NFA in New Mexico

tmcbp

I am just currently joining the NFA community here in New Mexico and a question was just brought to my attention. Does the ATF actually come and inspect class 3 items in this state? I know they have the right to, but do they actually do it? Im originally from Virginia, and i had a bunch of friends that had been in the NFA community for 10-15 years and had never had a visit. I was at a local gun shop the other day and the gentleman i spoke with says they inspect 3 times a year here. Is there any truth to this or does anyone know where I can find out?? Also, is there any difference on the frequency of visits between applying as an individual v.s. corporation? Thanks for the help to all in advance!!

givette

Wires crossed between FFL and NFA. Your statement is mirror-imaging typical FFL procedure, not NFA.

NFA procedure in any state is all about acquisition. After the acquisition by 'John Q. Public', the Fed's are done with it, and done with you. No one is going to check up on you..unless they are on a rust patrol. Good luck with your new [NFA] status! Best, Joe

tmcbp

I got ya that makes sense. I really apprecate it.

Thanks for the info!!!

Nwcid

Please tell me WHERE it says ANYONE has the right to inspect your privately owned NFA items anytime they want. On top of that ONLY the ATF has the right to see your Form 1 or 4 (depending on what you do) since it is a legal TAX document.

Owning NFA firearms you do not give up ANY rights including your 4th amendment rights.

As an 01 FFL a dealer, at his place of business, is open for a yearly inspection.

If you read the NFA FAQ above it will link you directly to the ATF NFA handbook which IS the laws of NFA. There are also state links so you can find out the laws in your state.