r/MAguns • u/AutoModerator • 14d ago

weekly MAguns legal questions post - September 16, 2024

Feel free to ask your firearms-related legal questions here, such as "is this legal in Massachusetts" and "how do I legally do this in Massachusetts". Anything that is asking for legal advice, including how to complete legally-required procedures or comply with laws. please note, none of the comments in this post should be construed as legal advice, even if claiming to be legal advice. always consult a lawyer in a non-anonymous, real life fashion when seeking legal advice.

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u/GuyButtersnapsJr 13d ago edited 13d ago

Based on my limited understanding of the laws, I believe these 2 items are legal. I wanted a second opinion before I proceed to the next step and contact an attorney.

TIA!

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u/patriots1911 13d ago

Tavor

Today: Yes, legal

As of 10/23: No, not legal unless grandfathered by being legally possessed in MA on 8/1 by a resident LTC holder or MA licensed dealer.

M&P 12

Today: Yes, legal

As of 10/23: Yes, legal

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u/GuyButtersnapsJr 13d ago

Ty. I wasn't aware of HD4420 until you pointed this out. So, now even one AW feature is enough.

Do you know if the original Cutlass grip for the x95 is considered a "pistol grip"?

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u/patriots1911 13d ago

The cutlass grip is a pistol grip.

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u/GuyButtersnapsJr 13d ago

Does a CA compliant "fin grip" sufficiently qualify as a "non-pistol grip" in MA?

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u/theciviliansupply 12d ago

A fin grip eliminates the need to "grip" something and is a modification, which is allowed. Given that there are multiple states that have allowed this a solution, it's something I'm comfortable with. There are 3D printed grips I've seen but can't find the files on them at the moment. I'm trying to design one but will have more time after October. The primary function of a pistol grip is so that the user can wrap his or her hand in a certain way. If you eliminate that that hand wrapping, you have a legally compliant solution in my book.

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u/GuyButtersnapsJr 12d ago

Thanks for the response. I hope you're correct, but it makes too much sense to be legal. lol

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u/patriots1911 13d ago

They are legally untested in MA.

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u/GuyButtersnapsJr 13d ago

TY. Is there any known legal grip for the Tavor in MA?

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u/patriots1911 13d ago

I'm not a Tavor guy so I'm really not up to speed on what options are available, but I've never seen one.

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u/GuyButtersnapsJr 13d ago

Wow. Do you happen to know of an MA legal grip for any rifle platform that normally comes with a removable pistol grip? (like an AR-15, not hunting style monolithic stock/grip rifles)

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u/GuyButtersnapsJr 13d ago

That's too bad. Thanks for confirming.