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3D-Printed Guns: An Overview of Recent Legal Developments.

Authors :
Foster, Michael A.
Source :
Congressional Research Service: Report; 9/11/2018, p3-6, 4p
Publication Year :
2018

Abstract

The article offers an overview of legal developments of online dissemination of computer files for 3D printing of non-metallic firearms in U.S. It expresses the Arms Export Control Act (AECA) and implementing International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) authorizes the President of the U.S. to control the import and the export of defense articles and defense services. It also mentions the Texas Lawsuit against a non-profit private defense firm and federally licensed firearms manufacturer.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
07317069
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Congressional Research Service: Report
Publication Type :
Report
Accession number :
132451778