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Sources & Legal References

At MDRF Enterprises, we believe that accurate, legally-sound information is essential when dealing with firearms in estates, probate, and private transfers. The resources listed on this page reflect the statutes, regulatory guidance, industry standards, and authoritative reference materials used to support our articles, professional guides, and educational content. We continuously review and update our citations to ensure that families, executors, attorneys, and estate professionals have access to verified, up-to-date information they can rely on with confidence.

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ATF & Federal Firearm Legal Sources

  • Firearm-related information referenced on this site is supported by federal law and regulatory guidance, including but not limited to:

    • U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF)

    • 18 U.S.C. Chapter 44 (Gun Control Act)

    • 26 U.S.C. Chapter 53 (National Firearms Act)

    • 27 CFR Part 478 & Part 479 (Federal Firearm Regulations)

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State of Missouri Legal & Probate Sources

  • Content related to Missouri firearm laws and estate processes is informed by:

    • Missouri Revised Statutes (Firearms, Estates, Probate)

    • Missouri Courts – Probate Division

These references ensure accuracy for Missouri-specific estate and inheritance guidance.

 

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Appraisal Standards Sources

  • Firearm appraisal guidance used by MDRF aligns with standards informed by the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) and the educational curriculum of the American Gunsmithing Institute (AGI) Certified Firearm Appraiser Program.

 

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