HB1016 Suppressors Bill Passes

[gsx1138]

Spring assist knives have been and are still legal. The only change to the law is the exception regarding suppressors that are owned in accordance with Federal law.

A spring blade knife is a "switchblade" where the blade is opened solely by a spring. As long as you are an integral part of opening the blade by pressing on the tab, it is all good.

Awesome! Thanks for the info, you rock. I happen to like open assist knives. Probably the lazy side of me.

 

[Agent 47]

So,,,, just to be sure. In three months I can legally start using my silencers? its a done deal? no chance this is going to get spoiled by someone at the last minute? I have been waiting for this since I bought my first one six years ago and I was begining to think it would never happen.

 

[Tawnos]

So,,,, just to be sure. In three months I can legally start using my silencers? its a done deal? no chance this is going to get spoiled by someone at the last minute? I have been waiting for this since I bought my first one six years ago and I was begining to think it would never happen.

Not a done deal. Gregoire can veto. It's unlikely given the support for this, but possible

 

[Dave_pro2a]

Not a done deal. Gregoire can veto. It's unlikely given the support for this, but possible

So did it pass on the 29th?

And does that mean she has 5 business days (Tues April 5th), or just 5 days (Sunday April 3rd).

 

[JoeSparky]

So technically, if I make my own suppressor there's no transfer involved so I can avoid the $200 right.

You still need the Stamp from the BATFE or face a long time in jail for a federal crime upon conviction.

 

[JoeSparky]

My understanding of Washington State law on suppressors was that it was LEGAL to own but a misdemeanor to instill one on a firearm BEFORE the effective date of this most recently passed legislation!

 

[Agent 47]

That is incorect, it had been defined as only illegal to fire through but perfectly fine to install on a firearm, as evidenced by my purchase of a MK3 with an integrated silencer/barrel. ie. non removable silencer

 

[massivedesign]

That is incorect, it had been defined as only illegal to fire through but perfectly fine to install on a firearm, as evidenced by my purchase of a MK3 with an integrated silencer/barrel. ie. non removable silencer

Correct. Discharge of a suppressed weapon in the state was/is a misdemeanor and a small fine, but the nice toy gets confiscated.

The passing of this law will only make shooting a weapon with a suppressor legal. The rest is already legal.

You have 4 options to obtain a suppressor and ALL 4 of them require the US Treasury $200 Tax Stamp (Issued by the BATFE). Individual, Trust, Corporation and Form 1. Form 1 is where you make your own suppressor and must obtain the stamp before any machine work has begun. The rest, as well as a Suppressor 101 can be found in an NFA topic HERE.

 

[jt59]

So did it pass on the 29th?

And does that mean she has 5 business days (Tues April 5th), or just 5 days (Sunday April 3rd).

Check out post #1...90 days after the end of the session.....however, if the session is extended for budget issue, that may affect the 90 day window.

Our Gov. does have a bit of a red pen, but we'll see if she signs it, ignores it (and it becomes law) or actually veto's (not likely IMHO).

Her is her hit list just for S&G's:

http://www.votesmart.org/official_veto.php?can_id=15489

 

[Johnsmith1521]

So does law mean you can carry it too?

 

[amlevin]

So does law mean you can carry it too?

Why wouldn't you be able to?

Washington's law only prohibited the use of one, not possession or carry as long as you complied with Federal Law (NFA)

 

[Gray Peterson]

The chances of her veto are slim to none...

Personally, I like the idea of being able to use a suppressor at a range, and in case of needing to dispatch a home invader in my own house without permanently destroying my own hearing in the process...

Won't carry with one, though. It's just too big....

 

[Dave_pro2a]

Personally, I like the idea of being able to use a suppressor at a range, and in case of needing to dispatch a home invader in my own house without permanently destroying my own hearing in the process...

Won't carry with one, though. It's just too big....

I am guessing they would also make some rifle caliber pistols a lot more fun to shoot. Those Dracos or PLR16s are just louder than heck.

 

[Agent 47]

I am guessing they would also make some rifle caliber pistols a lot more fun to shoot. Those Dracos or PLR16s are just louder than heck.

They are still pretty darn loud even with a silencer.

 

[jt59]

HB 1016 to be signed by the Governor today!

This bill is scheduled to be signed by the Governor today at 2:00pm

Might just be worth the trip to get a picture!

Governor Gregoire Bill Signing Ceremony at 2:00 P.M.

Governor Gregoire takes action on the following legislation: HB 1016,

and others....EHB 1028, ESHB 1055, HB 1069, HB 1129, HB 1150, SHB 1247, SHB 1294, HB 1298, HB 1345, HB 1347, EHB 1357, HB 1412, HB 1424, HB 1488, SHB 1571, ESHB 1572, HB 1618, HB 1694

 

[therealcombat]

Post a pic!

 

[Bill Starks]

Watch it live:

http://www.tvw.org/media/liveEvents.cfm?CFID=4410824&CFTOKEN=27318699&bhcp=1

 

[joeroket]

Signed. Finally she did something right.

 

[Agent 47]

so does the clock start now for the three month untill we can use them?

 

[amlevin]

so does the clock start now for the three month untill we can use them?

Use is still illegal until the effective date of the NEW law. Until then the OLD law is still in effect. Makes sense, doesn't it.