Purchase and shipment of antique firearms and certain edged weapons

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TN Code › Title 39 › Chapter 17 › Section 39-17-1364

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Notwithstanding § 39-17-1307 , or any other law, it is lawful in this state for a person to purchase, and have shipped directly to such person's residence, the following: (1) A black powder weapon; provided, that it meets the definition of 18 U.S.C. § 921 ; (2) A knife, even if the blade is in excess of four inches (4"); or (3) A sword or bayonet, whether for ornamental, ceremonial, historical, theatrical or collecting purposes, or otherwise. Amended by 2014 Tenn. Acts, ch. 647,s 6, eff. 7/1/2014. Acts 2012, ch. 608, § 1.

Notwithstanding § 39-17-1307 , or any other law, it is lawful in this state for a person to purchase, and have shipped directly to such person's residence, the following:

(1) A black powder weapon; provided, that it meets the definition of 18 U.S.C. § 921 ;

(2) A knife, even if the blade is in excess of four inches (4"); or

(3) A sword or bayonet, whether for ornamental, ceremonial, historical, theatrical or collecting purposes, or otherwise.

Amended by 2014 Tenn. Acts, ch. 647,s 6, eff. 7/1/2014.

Acts 2012, ch. 608, § 1.

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