DOJ/ATF Notice of Proposed Rulemaking comment period ending
The proposed rule changes the language in 27 CFR 478.11 to more
clearly define the statutory term "adjudicated as a mental
defective". The summary indicates
that the Justice Department "recognizes that the term is outdated",
but cannot be amended by regulation. Justice proposes amending the definition to clarify the term and seeks public comment.
In essence, the NPRM indicates a proposal to broaden the meaning of terms and cites the intent of
Congress to broadly apply the prohibition of receipt and possession of firearms
to "mentally unstable" or "irresponsible persons".
Among other changes, The Department of Justice proposal would amend the definition of "committed to a mental institution" to include both "inpatient and outpatient treatment".
JR Valdes
FFLConsultingGroup.com
research@fflconsultinggroup.com
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