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Guide to Obtaining a Legal Silencer
Presented by Silencer Research LLC
This guide is a tool to help you on the way to purchasing a legal silencer in the United States. The best source of information is usually your local or area Class 3 dealer.
Can I own a silencer? Silencers have never been illegal under federal law; they have only been regulated and taxed. This means that if your state doesn’t prohibit ownership of silencers, you can probably buy one. Here are some things you also need to know.
• Must be 21 years old when purchasing from a dealer
• Typically, if you can buy an handgun, you can buy a silencer
• Must not have been convicted of a felony or pleaded guilty to
domestic violence charge(s)
• Must be a United States Citizen
The following states allow civilian ownership of silencers. AL, AR, AK, AZ, CO, CT, FL, GA, ID, IN, KY, LA, ME, MD, MS, MT, NE, NV, NH, NM, NC, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, and WY. If your state isn’t listed here, you will not be able to own a silencer. It is my understanding that Washington State allows possession, but not the use of silencers.
I can buy one, so which one should I get? This question is one of the reasons I started Silencer Research LLC. I get this question more than any other and there is no correct answer. I present data on my website which should assist you in making this critical decision. Some silencers are just better than others. While some silencers may be perfect for me, they may not be as well suited for you and your purpose. Spend some time on Silencer Research.com and use the Forums to ask any questions you may have.
I have picked my silencer, now what? You must locate a Class 3 dealer in your state. Unless you are a federal firearms license holder (Type 01 or Type 07) you have to use the services of a Class 3 dealer. Lists of these dealers are being created for this guide, but in the mean time contact the manufacturer of the silencer you picked and ask them for a recommendation. Some manufacturers have a list on their website. These lists are generally not complete, so call them. The dealer should be able to help you will all the paperwork from there. If you want to do more of the work by yourself read on.
The Basic steps to obtain a silencer are listed below:
• Make sure you can own one in your state
• Pick a silencer to buy
• Find a Class 3 Dealer
• Fill out and complete the required paperwork IN DUPLICATE
• If an individual, obtain Law Enforcement signature on the forms
be fingerprinted and paste or tape two photographs of yourself
onto the forms
• If a Corporation or Trust, you may skip the above step
• Pay the $200 Transfer Tax to BATFE
• Wait for your paperwork to clear
• Fill out a ATF Form 4473
• Take your silencer home