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Restoration of Firearms Rights
“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
Outstanding Service
“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: Purchasing Firearms
How Does Virginia’s Proposed ‘Assault Weapons Ban’ Affect Stripped Lowers
One of the most common questions I have been fielding over the last few days is how stripped lowers will be impacted by SB749, the ban on modern sporting rifles (or so-called ‘Assault Weapons‘ using the made-up term from the … Continue reading
Posted in 2A, AR-15, Assault Firearms, Bruen Decision, Criminal Law, FFL Issues, Gifting Firearms, Inheriting Firearms, Interstate Firearm Transfers, Magazine Capacity, Manufacturing, NFA Trusts, Private Sales, Purchasing Firearms, Second Amendment, State Constitutional Provisions, Virginia Law, Virginia Politics
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Do NOT purchase your NFA items individually with the intent to transfer them into your trust later!
Since the beginning of the year, I have been inundated with clients asking me to assist them with the process of moving individually-owned items into their trusts. The good news is that, with the updates the ATF made in January, … Continue reading
Posted in BATFE, Form 4, NFA Transfers, NFA Trusts, Purchasing Firearms
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Virginia’s Proposed ‘Assault Weapons Ban’
We now have what may be the final language for SB749, the ban on modern sporting rifles (or so-called ‘Assault Weapons‘ using the made-up term from the bill). If signed in its current form, after July 1, 2026 it will … Continue reading
Posted in 2A, AR-15, Assault Firearms, Bruen Decision, Criminal Law, FFL Issues, Gifting Firearms, Inheriting Firearms, Interstate Firearm Transfers, Magazine Capacity, Manufacturing, NFA Trusts, Private Sales, Purchasing Firearms, Second Amendment, State Constitutional Provisions, Virginia Law, Virginia Politics
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Buying a firearm while in the Virginia Address Confidentiality Program
Recently, a dealer I represent contacted me with a question regarding an identification document that a customer was attempting to use to purchase a firearm. In this case, the customer was presenting a driver’s license with a PO Box as … Continue reading
Posted in 2A, ATF, ATF Guidance Letters, Federal Law, FFL Issues, Purchasing Firearms, Virginia Law
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Buying a firearm on behalf of a corporate entity
I was recently contacted by a client who wanted to acquire several shotguns for their skeet shooting club. I should note that they also served as an officer of the club and a member of the board of directors, which … Continue reading
Posted in 4473, ATF, BATFE, Federal Law, FFL Issues, NICS, Purchasing Firearms
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