Washington Verticals grips and shotguns?

[dirtyd]

Believe I understand the federal rule but wasn't sure if there were WA specifics and wasn't finding any answers on Google.

If a semi auto shotgun with a 18.5" barrel has a non-collapsible/telescoping stock it is legal to have a vertical foregrip, correct?

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[bradsteen]

Currently (to my knowledge) there is no law prohibiting VFGs on shotguns in WA. In a few days that might change (thanks to HB1240), depending on the type of shotgun you have.

 

[dirtyd]

Currently (to my knowledge) there is no law prohibiting VFGs on shotguns in WA. In a few days that might change (thanks to HB1240), depending on the type of shotgun you have.

It's a Benelli M4 with the full stock, not the mil collapsible. Think it's ok so far.

 

[ilikegunspdx]

It's a Benelli M4 with the full stock, not the mil collapsible. Think it's ok so far.

Why would collapsible stock make any difference? Overall length is measured with stock extended unless there is some obscure shotgun specific reg I'm not aware of (assuming 26" oal and you already said barrel is 18.5").

 

[dirtyd]

Why would collapsible stock make any difference? Overall length is measured with stock extended unless there is some obscure shotgun specific reg I'm not aware of (assuming 26" oal and you already said barrel is 18.5").

Penal Code 12276.1

(a) Notwithstanding Section 12276, "assault weapon" shall also mean any of the following:

(6) A semi-automatic shotgun that has both of the following:

(A) A folding/telescoping stock.

(B) A pistol grip that protrudes conspicuously beneath the weapon's action, thumbhole stock, or vertical handgrip.

 

[ilikegunspdx]

Penal Code 12276.1

(a) Notwithstanding Section 12276, "assault weapon" shall also mean any of the following:

(6) A semi-automatic shotgun that has both of the following:

(A) A folding/telescoping stock.

(B) A pistol grip that protrudes conspicuously beneath the weapon's action, thumbhole stock, or vertical handgrip.

That must be some state law? Let me guess, CA? They are the only ones that use that made up term "assault weapon" that I'm aware of (so far).

 

[dirtyd]

That must be some state law? Let me guess, CA?

Yea Cali, just wanted to triple check this wasn't the case here. We are basically trying to surpass Cali so wanted to see.

 

[ilikegunspdx]

Yea Cali, just wanted to triple check this wasn't the case here. We are basically trying to surpass Cali so wanted to see.

I would suggest reading details of house bill 1240 which is going to be passed in days or weeks. Much of that is cut and paste from CA as I understand it. I guess if you already own it it's not an issue but would be for grandkids.

 

[dirtyd]

I would suggest reading details of house bill 1240 which is going to be passed in days or weeks.

It'll pass tomorrow night. Then just awaits Inslees sig.

 

[ilikegunspdx]

It'll pass tomorrow night. Then just awaits Inslees sig.

So what does it say about collapsible stocks?

 

[dirtyd]

So what does it say about collapsible stocks?

It defines SBS but primarily focuses on center fire. I'm just looking for if there's a law a missed some place.

 

[bradsteen]

They made a minor change to 1240 in the Senate so it has to go back to the House again after it passes the Senate for another vote. WA Gun Law predicts it'll be signed into law on the 17th or 18th.