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When an individual passes away, who is the only person legally authorized to handle the firearms prior to formal transfer?

The executor has the legal authority to possess the firearms of the estate for a reasonable period while settling the estate, even if the executor does not have

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Question: When an individual passes away, who is the only person legally authorized to handle the firearms prior to formal transfer?

Answer options:

  • The oldest surviving child of the deceased.
  • A neighbor with a valid PAL. ✅ The executor or administrator of the estate.
  • The local Chief Firearms Officer personally.

Correct answer: The executor or administrator of the estate.

Explanation: The executor has the legal authority to possess the firearms of the estate for a reasonable period while settling the estate, even if the executor does not have a PAL.

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