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Originally Posted by Diverdave
To sell a gun at a retail level requires a FFL, Federal Firearms License. Federal law (not Texas) requires a FBI background check prior to purchasing any Firearm. There is no way that you can buy a gun from a retailer or any responsible gun owner anywhere in the US without a FBI background check. I know, I had my FFL for several years and the FBI made regular inspection visits. I would risk serious jail time if I couldn't account for every gun and produce the FFL background check for every purchase. If a private individual sells a gun without going through a FFL dealer they can be held responsible for whatever is done with that firearm. You would be insane to take that risk and end up in jail for what happened with the gun you sold.
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I didn't say they didn't take the background test - I said it appears they passed it. If his juvenile record is sealed (I don't know if background checks can break that seal) and he just turned 18 2 days previously, chances are he did not have any priors that would have raised a flag. So, my assumption (based on what I have read and heard) is that he LEGALLY obtained the guns and 450 rounds of ammo.
And I COMPLETELY agree with you. ANYONE that sells a firearm that is then used to murder someone should be charged with accessory to murder.