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 12.15.08
CHANGES MADE FOR BACKGROUND CHECKS |
For
several years, OFF has received a large volume of correspondence
from Oregonians who had been delayed for firearms purchases
for reasons the buyers often could not understand.
It has always been OFF's position that background checks and
requests for permission to exercise a right turn that right
into a privilege, but until we can do away with these unconstitutional
burdens we believe it is important to prevent as many obstacles
to gun possession as possible.
At our request, the Oregon State Police ID unit agreed to review
their polices and procedures concerning background checks.
OFF had several meetings with the OSP ID Unit and we are pleased
to be able to report substantial progress and cooperation from
the Oregon State Police.
OSP has rewritten their guide for gun dealers in Oregon and
removed errors such as a statement that a transfer could not
be made without an approval. In fact, in the absence of denial,
transfers can take place after three business days have elapsed
even if there is a "delay" or "pend."
The new manual reflects this and should be helpful for dealers
who were unsure whether they could, in fact, deliver a firearm
before an "approval" was issued.
The State Police will be sending a
letter out to all Oregon gun dealers with information including
new phone numbers that buyers can use to request information
about delays and denials. The State Police have informed us
that they plan to have an improved response to those inquiries.
OSP will also be providing dealers with handouts to give to
customers with contact info in the event of a delay
or denial.
For buyers who have questions about delays and denials, the
new number to request information is 503-373-1808 EX 327. The
State Police have promised to respond to questions about delays
and denials promptly.
OSP also plans to post all this information and current documents
on their website. |
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