Shotgun

:This article is about the firearm. For alternative meanings of shotgun, see: Shotgun (disambiguation).

Legal Issues

United Kingdom law requires that a shotgun not be capable of holding more than three rounds; if it holds more it is classed as a firearm. In the United States, most states prohibit shotguns from being capable of holding more than three shells including the round in the chamber when used for hunting; for home defense, however, the magazine plug may be removed, and shells up to the limit of the magazine (typically five shells) plus one in the chamber may be used.

Related Topics:
United Kingdom - Firearm

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Additionally in the United States, shotguns which have barrel lengths of less than 18 inches (457 mm) as measured from the breechface to the muzzle when the weapon is in battery with its action closed and ready to fire, or have an overall length of less than 26 inches (660 mm) are classified as short barreled shotguns (AKA "sawn-off shotguns") under the National Firearms Act of 1934 and are heavily regulated.

Related Topics:
Sawn-off shotgun - National Firearms Act of 1934

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