Dual residency?
Is it possible to obtain dual residency for the sole purpose of purchasing firearms in a second state?
Since I move often, it would be a pain in the posterior to transfer my driver's license and what-not every few years (or even months, as the case may be).
Eventually, I'll go for the C&R, but that has limited power, and takes a while to get.
Ideas?
Thanks.
O Lord,
grant me the Serenity
to accept the things
I cannot change
the courage to change the things I can,
and the supreme firepower to make the difference.
Since I move often, it would be a pain in the posterior to transfer my driver's license and what-not every few years (or even months, as the case may be).
Eventually, I'll go for the C&R, but that has limited power, and takes a while to get.
Ideas?
Thanks.
O Lord,
grant me the Serenity
to accept the things
I cannot change
the courage to change the things I can,
and the supreme firepower to make the difference.
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No, it's generally not possible.
The only exception would be for you to become a full time college student in the second state.
Neal0 -
For the sole purpose of purchasing firearms, I would say no.
However, per Federal Regulation Q&A (B13) If a person maintains a home in 2 states and resides in both states for certain periods of the year, he or she may, during the period of time the person actually resides in a partifular state, putchase a handgun in that state. But simply owning property in a another state does not qualify the person to purchase a handgun in that state. (End of direct quote.)
As far as long guns go, you can purchase in another state as long as the purchase is legal in both states. Watch out for the contiguous state, state law requirments.0 -
quote:Originally posted by nmyers
No, it's generally not possible.
The only exception would be for you to become a full time college student in the second state.
Neal
I'm assuming that applies to graduate work as well as undergrad?
O Lord,
grant me the Serenity
to accept the things
I cannot change
the courage to change the things I can,
and the supreme firepower to make the difference.0 -
R.J. Snow is correct, I know someone that has dual residency and he can buy in either state as long as he resides it that State at the time he is doing the purchasing.[:)] 
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While maintaining dual residency is theoretically possible, most folks will find it difficult or impossible. First, you will need a drivers license for each state; since many states now require that you surrender your previous states' license before they will issue you one for their state, that could be a problem. Secondly, most people who own residences in 2 states pick one as their primary residence for tax purposes; a purchase in another state could set you for a tax evasion indictment. It seems to me that one must be very careful to avoid legal consequences.
As for college students, the ATF ruling (80-21) is not specific. You just need to convince the dealer that you are enrolled at a local college, & that you live in that state while attending it. I would think that a college ID will usually be accepted.
Neal0 -
Here's a thought that's been rattling around this Californian's head:
How about if I form a Nevada corporation (costs about $500) and buy and store firearms in Nevada under the corporation's name and address -- which is provided by the corporation-lawyer mill as an accommodation. I believe corporations have the same 2nd amendment rights as any other citizen, at least, ever since the 14th amendment was ratified. Is there a flaw in my logic that I'm not seeing?
Si vis Pacem, Para bellum0 -
A drivers license is not needed for each state in order to purchase a firearm. The drivers license may be used to provide identification and utility bills used to establish residency.
"A purchase in another state could set you up for a tax evasion indictment." Don't see how unless you evade taxes and that isn't the subject here.
There is a provision for purchase of firearms by corporations but an officer authorized to act on behalf of the business must complete form 4473 with his or her personal information. Sounds like the individual would be on the line should problems arrise. I would want to look into this very carefully.0 -
You can get a state ID without the drivers license. your drivers license is then still valid, and so is the state ID. in the other State....did that make sense, I hope 0 -
Just my experiences here.
The one time I was able to purchase firearms in 2 states was when I was in the military. Home of record was in Pa.still had drivers license,was staioned in Maine and Indiana and purchased long guns and handguns.
Dealers in both states used Pa. license for ID purposes.
Retired Air Force Msgt--NRA Life Member since 19710 -
Eh, I guess I'll just call the county sheriff to figure it out--he's gun friendly, and loves giving out CCW permits. I think I may make this my only residence.[:D]
O Lord,
grant me the Serenity
to accept the things
I cannot change
the courage to change the things I can,
and the supreme firepower to make the difference.0 -
quote:Originally posted by bpost1958
You can get a state ID without the drivers license. your drivers license is then still valid, and so is the state ID. in the other State....did that make sense, I hope
That's exactly the way my friend has done it and it's legal.[:)]0
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