LEO TRANSFER

[merl]

I've found nothing in Colorado statutes that define "bona-fide gift". The only reference I've found anywhere is in IRS regulations, and some paperwork is involved in those cases. Again, it's the Democratic idiots in the legislature making laws without understanding the consequences.

bone-fide has a definition so it doesn't need one in code.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bona_fide

It means a real gift, no compensation expected or received, no favors owed. Given, over & done.

[HoneyBadger]

It just terrifies me that a LEO comes on the forum and asks if the law still applies to him and his "special status" as a LEO.

[funkymonkey1111]

It just terrifies me that a LEO comes on the forum and asks if the law still applies to him and his "special status" as a LEO.

what's interesting is that (and not so much here) on other forums people will say "ask a cop," or "i checked with the local police....." about a legal issue. Thinking the average cop knows the law (clearly many don't -- or just don't care--given noted OC confrontations) is an absurd notion. If that's cop bashing, so be it, but it's quite true and said without hyperbole.

[Gunner]

It just terrifies me that a LEO comes on the forum and asks if the law still applies to him and his "special status" as a LEO.

I wasn't gonna say anything so I think you for saying it for me. I'm still amazed at the lack of knowledge about laws etc from the ones who are suppose to enforce them


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[Ronin13]

what's interesting is that (and not so much here) on other forums people will say "ask a cop," or "i checked with the local police....." about a legal issue. Thinking the average cop knows the law (clearly many don't -- or just don't care--given noted OC confrontations) is an absurd notion. If that's cop bashing, so be it, but it's quite true and said without hyperbole.

Exactly... granted, LEOs do need to have a broader knowledge of the law than the average joe, but the best legal advice I can give: ASK A LAWYER, or just look up the law yourself, it's really not that hard.

[rbeau30]

Exactly... granted, LEOs do need to have a broader knowledge of the law than the average joe, but the best legal advice I can give: ASK A LAWYER, or just look up the law yourself, it's really not that hard.

Just like if Bert didn't make it a high priority to know or to get to know as much about firearms as possible, I think he wouldn't have the job he does very long.


AND, I'm curious why an LEO could not ask his peers, if his peers didn't know, ... etc, etc.

[theGinsue]

I think this thread is long past it's effectiveness. The question has been answered and personal opinions have been given.

The short answer is that ALL transfers for personal use firearms must go through a Background Check to comply with existing state law. ETA: I failed to acknowledge the exception for transferring to IMMEDIATE family members via gift.

Revised: Watch your comments here. Some of you are hovering mighty close to the line and I really don't want anyone getting themselves in trouble here on the site. I understand why this question is offensive to many of you but gentle nudges get better results than personal attacks. While it appears that the OP was asking in order to avoid having to go through the BGC route on a personal transfer if there was an exception, it's possible that he was seeking clarification after an LEO informed him that it wasn't required. Let's not jump to conclusions without the full picture. Even with the full picture, DO NOT start with personal attacks. We can attack and turn someone against us or we can gently educate and win an ally.

Be safe. Be legal. Be smart.

Ginsue out.

[rkfulgor1]

Thank you GINSUE....My original post was purely meant as a clarificting question..I was asking because of a PERSONAL transfer between 2 LEO's...In no way was my inquiry meant to be illusive towards the law I am SWORN to uphold and PROTECT. Im almost appaled in the negative responses JUMPING to the conclusion of dishonesty. I thank those who were honorable in answering the question. I'm not a fan of the new laws either, but with all the 'legalize' I wanted to know for sure.

[275RLTW]

Legitimate question. In other states, sworn officers are exempt from a BGC because of the position they hold. LE officers are entrusted to carry a firearm every day and additional BGCs for them are nothing but a waste of time and money.

[HoneyBadger]

Thank you GINSUE....My original post was purely meant as a clarificting question..I was asking because of a PERSONAL transfer between 2 LEO's...In no way was my inquiry meant to be illusive towards the law I am SWORN to uphold and PROTECT. Im almost appaled in the negative responses JUMPING to the conclusion of dishonesty. I thank those who were honorable in answering the question. I'm not a fan of the new laws either, but with all the 'legalize' I wanted to know for sure.

It still terrifies me that you, as the enforcer of said laws, seek legal advice on an internet forum...