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NFA Gun Trusts in Wisconsin

The National Firearms Act created a legal pathway for owning firearms and devices that would otherwise be restricted. Setting up an NFA gun trust provides comprehensive protection, not just for you as the creator, but for your beneficiaries and the firearms as well. Given how rapidly gun laws can shift, securing those legal protections now is a smart and proactive step.

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National Firearms Act (NFA) Gun Trusts

The National Firearms Act created a legal pathway for owning firearms and devices that would otherwise be restricted. Setting up an NFA gun trust provides comprehensive protection, not just for you as the creator, but for your beneficiaries and the firearms as well. Given how rapidly gun laws can shift, securing those legal protections now is a smart and proactive step.

NFA Gun Trusts allow for individuals to hold and possess NFA items without them being technically owned under their name. This means people, in most cases, can purchase and acquire NFA items without being required to get local law enforcement to sign off. They offer superior protection against possible criminal liability, potentially sparing family members and others from the risk of felony prosecution.

National Firearms Act Regulated Firearms, Explosives, & Devices

An NFA Gun Trust protects you and your future beneficiaries, allowing you to own the following without having to worry about what will happen in the event of your death or incapacitation.

Silencer/Suppressor

  • An attachable device that reduces the sound and concussive report of a fired weapon.

Machine Guns

  • Any weapon that is designed or mechanically capable of firing multiple rounds with a single pull of the trigger.

Short-barreled Rifle (SBRs)

  • A rifle, or a weapon converted from a rifle, featuring a barrel under 16 inches in length and/or a total overall length of less than 26 inches.

Short-barreled Shotgun (SBSs)

  • A shotgun, or a weapon converted from a shotgun, with a barrel measuring under 18 inches and/or a total overall length of less than 26 inches.

Destructive Devices

  • A category encompassing bombs, grenades, explosive projectiles, chemical or poisonous gas weapons, and any firearm with a bore diameter exceeding 0.50 inches that has not received an ATF exemption.

“Any Other Weapon” (AOWs)

  • A broad category covering unconventional and uniquely concealable weapon platforms such as pen guns, cane guns, and umbrella guns. Refer to the ATF for specific classification rulings.

Creating an NFA Gun Trust

Creating an NFA gun trust delivers a range of legal protections designed to minimize criminal liability under both state and federal law for your loved ones, broadens who is permitted to use the items held in the trust, and gives your survivors and beneficiaries a smoother, more affordable path forward when you are gone. A gun trust is a distinctive form of revocable living trust tailored specifically to the acquisition, use, and transfer of firearms. These trusts are highly customizable and are typically structured to account for two critical scenarios: what happens to the firearms if the owner becomes incapacitated or if they pass away.

Ensuring Your NFA Gun Trust Is Valid

A knowledgeable attorney will make sure your gun trust is valid and enforceable under Wisconsin law. Proper trustee selection is essential. Trustees should be 21 or older, and the trust should include provisions for a trustee who becomes prohibited from owning firearms, as having the right trustees in place is what unlocks key benefits like avoiding probate upon the settlor’s death. Equally important is clearly identifying your beneficiaries. These are the individuals who will receive ownership of the trust’s assets when you pass. When you’re ready to move forward, call Grieve Law to discuss the specifics of your situation.

NFA Gun Trusts by Wisconsin Defense Attorneys

NFA Gun Trusts are easy to use and simple to understand. The attorneys at Grieve Law will go through the trust with you to ensure you understand exactly what you are signing. There is time for you to ask any questions you have and are even available in the future if you have any questions down the road. NFA Gun Trusts are drafted and constructed to not interfere with any other existing estate planning.