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urn: urn:us-la:rs:40:1752
citation: "R.S. 40:1752"
status: active
breadcrumb: "Title 40 › Chapter 9 › Part I"
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  - { year: 2023, number: 120, section: 1, effective_date: null, role: amendment }
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# Manufacture, transfer, or possession of machine guns unlawful; exceptions

A. No person shall manufacture, transfer, or possess a machine gun within this state.

B. This Section shall not apply to any of the following:

(1) A transfer to or from, or possession by or under the authority of, the United States or any department or agency thereof.

(2) A transfer to or from, or possession by or under the authority of, any state of the United States or a department, agency, or political subdivision thereof.

(3) Any machine gun that is lawfully manufactured, transferred, or possessed under federal law.