"With the debate raging over the ability to download information in order to make parts for firearms and produce them on a 3D printer, the National Rifle Association (NRA) had to remind people that making undetectable plastic guns has been illegal for 30 years.
“Many anti-gun politicians and members of the media have wrongly claimed that 3-D printing technology will allow for the production and widespread proliferation of undetectable plastic firearms,” Chris Cox, the executive director for the NRA's Institute for Legislative Action, said in a statement.
“Regardless of what a person may be able to publish on the Internet, undetectable plastic guns have been illegal for 30 years,” he continued.
“Federal law passed in 1988, crafted with the NRA's support, makes it unlawful to manufacture, import, sell, ship, deliver, possess, transfer, or receive an undetectable firearm.”
Much of the hysteria surrounding 3D-printed firearms and parts has led to many people making false statements..."
Much of the hysteria surrounding 3D-printed firearms and parts has led to many people making false statements..."
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