Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives

What to know

• Judge James Wesley Hendrix ruled the NFA registration for silencers and short‑barreled rifles unconstitutional. Aug 12
• The Department of Justice will not appeal, effectively ending the NFA’s tax and registration regime for these firearms. Aug 12
• Defense team submitted new evidence that the bullet does not match Robinson's rifle. Mar 31
• ATF analysis is described as inconclusive by the defense. Mar 31