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Michigan Criminal Code: Firearms

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Ownership of pistol greater than 26 inches in length

Published: 9 months ago
Subcategory:
Firearms

THE MICHIGAN PENAL CODE (EXCERPT) Act 328 of 1931

750.228 Ownership of pistol greater than 26 inches in length; conditions; election to have firearm not considered as pistol. Sec. 228.

(1) A person may lawfully own, possess, carry, or transport as a pistol a firearm greater than 26 inches in length if all of the following conditions apply: (a) The person registered the firearm as a pistol under section 2 or 2a of 1927 PA 372, MCL 28.422 and 28.422a, before January 1, 2013. (b) The person who registered the firearm as described in subdivision (a) has maintained registration of the firearm since January 1, 2013 without lapse. (c) The person possesses a copy of the license or record issued to him or her under section 2 or 2a of 1927 PA 372, MCL 28.422 and 28.422a. (2) A person who satisfies all of the conditions listed under subsection (1) nevertheless may elect to have the firearm not be considered to be a pistol. A person who makes the election under this subsection shall notify the department of state police of the election in a manner prescribed by that department.

History: Add. 2012, Act 242, Eff. Jan. 1, 2013 Compiler's Notes: Former MCL 750.228, which pertained to penalties to have pistol inspected, was repealed by Act 196 of 2008, Eff. Jan. 7, 2009.

Understanding Michigan's Laws on Ownership of Pistols Greater than 26 Inches

We are referring to an excerpt from the Michigan Penal Code, Act 328 of 1931, Section 228. This section deals with the ownership of pistols that exceed 26 inches in length.

Conditions for Legal Ownership of Large Pistols

According to Michigan law, a person can legally own, possess, carry, or transport a firearm greater than 26 inches in length as a pistol if all the following conditions apply:

  • The firearm was registered as a pistol under section 2 or 2a of 1927 PA 372, MCL 28.422 and 28.422a, before January 1, 2013.
  • The person who registered the firearm has maintained registration of the firearm since January 1, 2013 without lapse.
  • The person has a copy of the license or record issued to them under section 2 or 2a of 1927 PA 372, MCL 28.422 and 28.422a.

Choosing Not to Consider the Firearm a Pistol

Even if a person meets all of the conditions above, they can choose to not consider the firearm as a pistol. If a person decides to do this, they must notify the Department of State Police about this decision in a manner prescribed by the department.

The law surrounding this was added in 2012 and came into effect on January 1, 2013.

Like with all laws and regulations, it is important to consult with a legal professional for advice related to specific situations as laws may change over time and circumstances can vary.

This should be used for informational and general purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice or relied on aside for general information that may contain opinion.

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