COLT PREBAN AR QUESTION New York State

MFI

April 26, 2010 09:13

Have a Preban Ar-15 .. Can I buy a post ban upper and modify it to fit the preban lower ? Is it legal ?

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  nmyers

  April 26, 2010 09:47

  Uppers & lowers can be put together without modification. In a few cases, an adaptor to fit the hinge screw may be required.
  
  Uppers are not classified as "pre-ban" or "post-ban", only complete rifles. Specific models such as yours are legal if possessed before the ban; I see nothing in the law that prevents you from replacing parts, as you already have a NYS-legal "assault weapon". Of course, you might want to check with the Attorney General first, so that you have written proof that could prevent future confusion by the police.
  
  Neal

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  MFI

  April 26, 2010 09:53

  Thanks Neal ..

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  tsr1965

  April 26, 2010 10:10

  Hi MFI,
  
  As long as the lower reciever is made before May 1994 ban, you are good to go. You can dress it up with anything you want to, except NFA items, like a short barrel, or sound supressor.
  
  Best

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