Posted 08 November 2003 - 10:09 AM
An Heir can receive a macghinegun via Form 5 (tax-free transfer) but will still need the fingerprints, photos, and CLEO sign-off (and will still have to wait for the approved paperwork before taking possession of the gun.) I honsetly don't know if the BATF will allow you to sign the Form 5, but I can't see why they wouldn't. Still, they're an odd bunch who generally defy logic. I do know, however, that unless the recipient is a direct heir (descendant/blood relative...i.e., wife/son/daughter/etc...) they prefer something in writing from the deceased that names the heir (i.e., put his name in your will.) Also, the BATF will allow the executor of the estate to sign the Form 5 if the decedant didn't. Bottom line, I'd say draw up will, name your heirs and what you wish to leave them, and name an executor. Get your ducks in a row a head of time so if the BATF has any problems you can head 'em off at the pass.
My .02