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“John represented me at my hearing in Fairfax County Circuit Court for my Petition for Restoration of Firearms Rights. My case was a bit complex and it incorporated some new legislation that John was very educated on. The legislation was so new that the Commonwealth’s Attorney and the Judge did not have any knowledge of it. John’s actions in the courtroom to bring the new legislation to the attention of the court were astonishing and brilliant; even bringing a smile to the Judge and pat on the back from a fellow attorney after the hearing.
John’s flat rate pricing for representation is amazingly affordable. He is true to his word, communicates through out the entire process and works diligently to represent you. I highly recommend John Pierce.” - Shawn
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“I contacted John via email regarding trust and estate work that I needed and questions that I had. He called me that same day, walked me through the process, took adequate time and was very patient in responding to my questions. He is very down to earth and professional. I was astounded as I found he was on travel, yet he took the time to personally contact me. He was very responsive in following up with the documents that I needed. I am extremely pleased and appreciative of the time he took with me and his outstanding level of service. I've worked with a number of attorneys in my profession and John exceeds the standards that I am accustomed to. I highly recommend him.” - Ron
Category Archives: Age To Possess
Rapidly Changing Legal Landscape: Under-21 Handgun Purchases Nationwide and in Virginia
Updated September 25, 2026 The legal landscape governing handgun purchases by adults between 18 and 20 years old changed dramatically this month—but the practical answer in Virginia remains clear. On September 18, 2026, the United States Department of Justice announced … Continue reading
Posted in 4th Circuit, 5th Circuit, Administrative Law, Age To Possess, Age to Purchase, DOJ, Fifth Circuit
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What does the 2019 election mean to Virginia gun owners and FFLs?
Since the 2019 election, my phone has been ringing non-stop. Gun owners and dealers have heard the Governor and the newly-elected majority bragging about their plans to decimate the right to keep and bear arms in the Commonwealth and they … Continue reading
Posted in Age To Possess, AR-15, Assault Firearms, NFA Trusts, Virginia Law, Virginia Politics
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May an FFL rent handguns and provide ammunition to those under 21 for on-premises use?
I have written before about the differences between Virginia law and federal law where the age to acquire, possess, and carry handguns is concerned. In that article I note that FFL’s are prohibited under 18 USC § 922(b)(1) from ‘selling or delivering‘ … Continue reading
Posted in Age To Possess, ATF, ATF Guidance Letters, BATFE, Federal Law, FFL Issues, Range Issues, Virginia Law
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In Virginia may a minor transport a rifle or shotgun in a vehicle?
Last week I received an email from a friend who posed the following two questions (actually, his questions were somewhat more specific but I have ignored those specifics to make this article more useful to a wider audience): 1) May … Continue reading
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At what age may I make or acquire NFA items?
This is a question that seems to arise at least once a week as I am speaking with clients and I think it would be beneficial to do a complete breakdown of the topic. For purposes of our analysis we … Continue reading
Posted in Age To Possess, ATF, ATF Guidance Letters, BATFE, Form 1, Form 4, Form 5, NFA Trusts
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