Confused about open carry laws at 18 years old

Dario said:

That about sums it up, yes.



Fortunately CRS 29-11.7-102 prohibits gun registration which basically makes this bill un-enforcable.

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SteveInCO said:

But by the same token, it could be a red flag if there were an arrest for whatever reason, and it was a check written, or something like that.

It's a really bad idea for your dad to buy a firearm with the intended purpose of turning around and selling it to you; legally that's a "straw purchase." Also hard to enforce but the federally required form will ask the question.

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Dario said:

Sad but true. I weep for America while secretly anticipating the day when my son actually gives ME a check

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SteveInCO said:

But by the same token, it could be a red flag if there were an arrest for whatever reason, and it was a check written, or something like that.

It's a really bad idea for your dad to buy a firearm with the intended purpose of turning around and selling it to you; legally that's a "straw purchase." Also hard to enforce but the federally required form will ask the question.

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cmdas said:

It would be a legitimate gift for Christmas. although the thought of paying him to buy it for me (which now i realize is not the best idea) has crossed my mind, i spent all my extra money on a new 74 with a surplus tin of ammo :banana:

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mobiushky said:

Don't pay him for the gun. Pay him for his work in cleaning it for you...

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