[WSBAPT] Transfer of Revolver - Best Practice?

[Laura Latta]

In addition to laws governing the *transfer*, there are qualifications
for *possession
*and ownership of firearms. Even if a background check is not required, the
PR should not transfer the firearm to someone who is not legally permitted
to possess it. In order for the PR to be assured that he/she is not
transferring a gun to a prohibited person, I have recommended that the PR
utilize a licensed dealer and a background check even when the
transfer itself does not require  - it as well as reviewing the
requirements for firearm possession in Washington and the state where the
beneficiary is located.


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On Thu, Mar 30, 2023 at 11:11 AM Timothy Wagar <tim at testamentlawfirm.com>
wrote:

> Would appreciate any thoughts on best practices here:
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> I have a probate where decedent left a .38 Smith & Wesson revolver to his
> grandson, who resides in Oregon. From my review of RCW 9.41.113(4) it seems
> that the transfer would be exempt from needing to be transferred through a
> firearms dealer. However, while it looks like Oregon has a similar statute
> (ORS 166.435) that would also exempt the transfer—I’m wondering if I’m
> missing something? Also, thoughts on best practices for making the
> transfer, PR does not want to drive to Oregon to hand deliver. Should
> firearm be shipped to a dealer near beneficiary in Oregon?
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> Thanks in advance.
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> Tim
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