Not a subject anyone likes to think about. But if you own registered automatic or other NFA firearms, you should make sure your spouse, children or other heirs are aware of the legal requirements for transfer of those guns if something happens to you. There is info on the BATF web site and the way to order forms.
You should fill out the forms with all the information on you and the gun(s) and leave them in a safe deposit box or other protected place. Then tell your prospective heir(s) where to find them. If the law is not complied with, the heir(s) not only may not be able to either retain or sell the guns but may be in violation of the law as well.
Incidentally, there is no tax on transfer to an heir.
Jim
You should fill out the forms with all the information on you and the gun(s) and leave them in a safe deposit box or other protected place. Then tell your prospective heir(s) where to find them. If the law is not complied with, the heir(s) not only may not be able to either retain or sell the guns but may be in violation of the law as well.
Incidentally, there is no tax on transfer to an heir.
Jim