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The following is a video transcript. Hello, I’m Gilbert Ambler, Independent Program Attorney for U.S. LawShield of Virginia. A lost or stolen firearm can be a scary thing. Every year, countless firearms are inadvertently left behind in places like bathrooms by law-abiding people. This can happen to even the most disciplined individuals, and we even... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. You just returned home from your holiday break, only to discover that your house was broken into while you were gone. Thankfully, your family is safe, but panic sets in as you go through your belongings. The burglars got away with one of your guns… What happens next? Part... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. I want to speak to you today about an “Oops, I’ve lost my firearm,” or “Oops, I’ve misplaced it” scenario. Now, I get this call all the time from clients and members and they are obviously full of panic and they don’t know what to do. This is generally... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. If you ever find yourself in the unfortunate position of having your firearm(s) stolen, it is important to know what you are legally required to do and what options you have. There is no requirement to report a stolen firearm under either federal or Florida law. However, I strongly... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. In the scenario where a firearm has been lost or stolen, what should we do? How should we document and report it? In the event that your firearm is stolen, of course call law enforcement. Now, when you speak to law enforcement, it is important to have certain information... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. Every firearm owner ought to know what to do in case one of their firearms is stolen. Now, in some states, there are laws that require you to report to the authorities when your firearm has been stolen. Missouri is not one of those states. There is no law... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. I’d like to discuss with you the importance of documenting your firearms. What I’m talking about here is documenting your firearms for yourself and also what your obligations are under the law. Registration of firearms—particularly handguns—occurs when you acquire a handgun in New Jersey from a dealer. Or in... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. In North Carolina, there is no requirement that you report a stolen firearm, but as a practical matter, it is a wise thing to do. That way, if your firearm is used in the commission of a crime, law enforcement officers will not show up at your residence because... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. Hi, this is Wilkes Ellsworth, your Independent Program Attorney in Ohio. I’d like to talk to you today about stolen firearms, what we should do in those circumstances, and documenting your firearms. Secure Your Firearm First off, we should always take precautions to properly secure our firearms and other... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. Hello, this is Robert Robles, Independent Program Attorney for U.S. LawShield in the State of Oklahoma. I would like to talk to you today about the unfortunate event of having your gun stolen. Neither the federal government nor the State of Oklahoma require a gun to be reported to... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. Some people find out that we have guns—or they see a gun—and they want to steal it or take it. The first thing to know: in Pennsylvania, there is no state law for you to report a lost, missing, or stolen firearm. Now, there are some ordinances that are... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. Hi. Ed Riley, U.S. LawShield Independent Program Attorney for Virginia. Does Virginia law require a firearm to be registered and does Virginia law require that a stolen firearm be reported to the authorities? In Virginia, only machine guns in the commonwealth need to be registered with the Department of... [Read More]

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