consett shooter Posted January 19, 2014 Report Share Posted January 19, 2014 hi is it possible to sell my guns to my mate after they have been seized? im on appealing there decision not to give them back? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ordnance Posted January 19, 2014 Report Share Posted January 19, 2014 I don't see why not. He owns them not the police. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted January 19, 2014 Report Share Posted January 19, 2014 Why were they seized? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Mat Posted January 19, 2014 Report Share Posted January 19, 2014 They are still you property even if the police have currenty custody of them. Just arrange for them to transfer onto your mates licence or get a RFD to deal with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
consett shooter Posted January 19, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 19, 2014 Why were they seized? I was accused of an assault but all charges dropped and no further action! so ive no idea why they wont give them back Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJsDad Posted January 19, 2014 Report Share Posted January 19, 2014 If you are a BASC member, I would give their firearms department a ring. You will get a load of conflicting advice on here from well meaning members; but none of it will cut much ice with the Police. You need genuine legal advice; as just sticking them on your mates ticket wont gaurantee they get handed over to him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted January 19, 2014 Report Share Posted January 19, 2014 As said above, time to get the professionals involved!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
consett shooter Posted January 19, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 19, 2014 If you are a BASC member, I would give their firearms department a ring. You will get a load of conflicting advice on here from well meaning members; but none of it will cut much ice with the Police. You need genuine legal advice; as just sticking them on your mates ticket wont gaurantee they get handed over to him. As said above, time to get the professionals involved!! im speaking to a solicitor in morning who is an expert in firearm law so should get some answers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oops Missed Again Posted January 19, 2014 Report Share Posted January 19, 2014 hi is it possible to sell my guns to my mate after they have been seized? im on appealing there decision not to give them back?You must get good legal advice from a firm that are used to "taking on" police.Police think they can do anything and they can untill they are stopped. They will drag it out as long as possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
welshwarrior Posted January 19, 2014 Report Share Posted January 19, 2014 Just done it for someone collected his guns on my RFD then sold them on his behalf to his brother who got a bargain 4 guns for 1p. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
consett shooter Posted January 19, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 19, 2014 You must get good legal advice from a firm that are used to "taking on" police. Police think they can do anything and they can untill they are stopped. They will drag it out as long as possible. I have been in touch with a lady called laura sansbury shes really good from what I have read shes ringing me back in morning Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billytheghillie Posted January 19, 2014 Report Share Posted January 19, 2014 I have been in touch with a lady called laura sansbury shes really good from what I have read shes ringing me back in morning did she work in the supermarket? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
consett shooter Posted January 19, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 19, 2014 did she work in the supermarket? sure did!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billytheghillie Posted January 19, 2014 Report Share Posted January 19, 2014 joking aside, hope all turns out right for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HDAV Posted January 19, 2014 Report Share Posted January 19, 2014 Have you had a revocation of certificate in writing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
consett shooter Posted January 19, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 19, 2014 Have you had a revocation of certificate in writing? no not had anything yet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HDAV Posted January 19, 2014 Report Share Posted January 19, 2014 no not had anything yet Then suggest you speak to lawyer, I would ask an RFD to collect and store as the police have a habit of letting them go rusty! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oops Missed Again Posted January 19, 2014 Report Share Posted January 19, 2014 no not had anything yetAll sounds very very familiar.Been there myself. You will be threatened with all sorts. Don't forget to record every conversation with them. You will be shocked how they change when you record them. Good luck hope you win Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markyboy Posted January 19, 2014 Report Share Posted January 19, 2014 If they have been revoked then I would give it at least 2 years even if u have no charge ! They went to the bother of taking them off u so they have had their reasons! Let the dust settle , try go with friends where possible who do have a licence and just lay off the shooting until u see some light ! Time is a healer in this case I'm afraid ! Unless u are still in the 2 week clause of them being revoked then appeal but if that's past then forget it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
consett shooter Posted January 19, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 19, 2014 If they have been revoked then I would give it at least 2 years even if u have no charge ! They went to the bother of taking them off u so they have had their reasons! Let the dust settle , try go with friends where possible who do have a licence and just lay off the shooting until u see some light ! Time is a healer in this case I'm afraid ! Unless u are still in the 2 week clause of them being revoked then appeal but if that's past then forget it they only told me on Thursday so well with in my 2 weeks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HDAV Posted January 19, 2014 Report Share Posted January 19, 2014 its not revoked unless you have it in writing.... Firearms act is very clear on this, unfortunately the police can keep you in limbo by not revoking, once revoked you can appeal, having not yet been revoked you are left in limbo until your expiry or revocation comes through. I am sure the lawyer will take you through everything tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
littlerob Posted January 19, 2014 Report Share Posted January 19, 2014 i had a smiler thing mate i done the appeal went to court and won my case and i never even spoke to anyone for legal advice all i can recommend is to get as much letters from friends colleges character references saying how long they know you what type of person your are like any help you have given them the judge looked through every single one of mines and said its exactly what he like to see Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bostonmick Posted January 20, 2014 Report Share Posted January 20, 2014 I can see no reason for you not to be handed back your guns now after what you have said happened.is this your only encounter with the police as past history/record will obviously have a bearing on any appeal.if this is all a dreadful mistake then I would think a strong letter from a solicitor may well be enough to sort this for you.if on the other hand there is any past history of any kind of violence then that will be a different matter.but good luck with your case. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aris Posted January 20, 2014 Report Share Posted January 20, 2014 FEO told me they do confiscate firearms, even if charges have been dropped. Example he gave me is a wife/partner of a certificate holder who phoned the police about domestic violence, then later dropped the charges each time. After the 4th time of this happening, they took his guns off him. As has been said - is this the only encounter you have had with the police? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bakerboy Posted January 20, 2014 Report Share Posted January 20, 2014 I have done this for people and recommend you give it a try. Write to the FEO in your area, and inform him/her that you have arranged for a friend (best from the same FEO area) to take charge and care of your Guns. Ask to arrange a convenient time for collection and await response. You do not have to sell them to your friend, a RFD will cost you, and then you will have to pay storage at the RFD. Good luck for the future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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