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Can you use the serial numbers to determine if a gun is stolen?
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∙ 11y ago
Yes, it is possible as long as it is a registered gun that was obtained legally.
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How can you get serial numbers for a gun you bought new and was stolen?
Go back to the store where you bought it.
How can you find the serial numbers for firearms after they have been stolen?
Go to the seller where you purchased the gun.
How do you look up serial numbers on gun to see if stolen?
Ask your local police to run it.
How do you determine what rifle you have serial number is 593271?
Since serial numbers are NOT unique to only one gun, there is no way to determine that from a serial number alone. I would suggest you take the unloaded rifle to a gun shop, gun smith or gun show, where you should find an expert that can help you ID your rifle.
How do you know what year a gun is?
No one way to determine that. Sometimes by serial numbers, sometimes by markings on the gun. Sometimes not possible at all.
How do you report a hand gun stolen if you don't know the serial numbers?
Contact police, provide them with the information you DO have. See if you can contact the person you bought the gun from, and if they have a record. Next time, record serial numbers, keep them in a safe place, along with photos.
Where can you get a list of serial numbers of stolen firearms in Washington state?
You can't- unless you are a law enforcement officer. However, if you are concerned that a gun you are considering buying may be stolen, see if your local law enforcement will run the serial number for you.
You want to know if a gun is stolen by the serial number?
Contact your local police department and give them the serial number. The Police can check on the stolen gun list maintained by the BATFE. If the gun is stolen, the Police will conficate the piece and begin investigation of how it was acquired.
Where do you find a list of serial numbers for SKB shotguns to determine age?
Try Blue Book of Gun Values
IS MY GUN STOLEN SERIAL L580022V?
That's not information which can be readily looked up, not to mention that serial numbers are not unique to one firearm - a make and model would be needed, as well.
Check serial numbers on hand gun?
For date made, try Proofhouse.com or maker's website. To see if stolen, contact your local police.
How do you find stolen gun serial numbers?
Was thinking of buying a used firearm to defend my home from invasion. But how do I know if its stolen? Call your local police department and have them check it in NCIC. You may have to bring it in so they can confiscate it if it is stolen.
