First, I am NOT interested in stirring up a sh*t storm (although, being INGO, that will probably be where this thread heads). Very simple question - if a person would NOT be able to pass a NICS check, and they then purchase a firearm from a private seller, has the purchaser committed a crime?
Followup questions.
- If the seller *knows* the purchaser is an alcohol "abuser," uses marijuana, has a history of domestic violence, or any other offense that would preclude them from passing a NICS check, is the seller in violation of the law?
I would appreciate a 24 hour period of reasoned response before the thread takes the inevitable turn towards chaos and acrimony.
Followup questions.
- If the seller *knows* the purchaser is an alcohol "abuser," uses marijuana, has a history of domestic violence, or any other offense that would preclude them from passing a NICS check, is the seller in violation of the law?
I would appreciate a 24 hour period of reasoned response before the thread takes the inevitable turn towards chaos and acrimony.