Pennsylvania law prohibits possessing a firearm with an altered, changed, removed, or obliterated manufacturer's serial number. Violating this law is classified as a second-degree felony. The law also clarifies that 'firearm' excludes antique firearms, aligning with definitions in other sections.
An altered manufacturer's number refers to any serial number that has been changed, removed, or obliterated from the firearm's frame or receiver.
Possessing a firearm with an altered serial number is a second-degree felony, which can result in significant criminal penalties including imprisonment.
No, antique firearms are excluded from this law's definition of firearms with altered serial numbers, as specified in section 6118.
No, it is illegal to possess a firearm with an altered serial number under Pennsylvania law, and doing so can lead to serious criminal charges.