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August 13, 2026
Texas Court Ruling Allows Sale of Silencers Without Registration
- Gun rights advocates began transferring silencers without federal registration on Thursday, following a Texas court ruling that struck down decades-old restrictions.
- This marks the first time in 92 years that gun owners can acquire silencers without completing the National Firearms Act registration process.
- The Justice Department has confirmed it will not appeal the ruling, leading to widespread confusion among gun owners about the legality of such transactions.
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- Gun law in limbo as Justice Department holds off appealAug 13, 2026 at 3:57 PM · The Hill
- Justice Dept. leaves in place ruling that deregulates silencers, shotguns and certain riflesAug 13, 2026 at 4:24 PM · CBS News
- Texas court order kicks in striking federal rules on silencers and certain gunsAug 13, 2026 at 9:10 PM · ABC News
- Justice Department’s last-minute decision not to defend gun law causes confusion among ownersAug 13, 2026 at 11:19 PM · CNN
- Gun rights groups capitalize after judge reverses decades-old restrictions: 'Monumental'Aug 13, 2026 at 11:55 PM · Fox News