I have a bit of a unique situation, I purchased a firearm my ex could use for self defense back in 2010 after we split up ( my son lives with her and I wanted to make sure she could protect herself and my son ). Fast-forward 3 years, I've realized the firearm had been recalled ( Diamondback DB380 first production run ) and I feel it is unsafe.
I want to get the firearm back from her, she has a new boyfriend who is living with her and can provide adequate protection ( Military special forces ). However he is keeping the firearm from me, stating that I need to provide to him a bill of sale and proof of registration.
I have the box, paperwork and receipt ( with serial number listed ) and I know where I purchased it. What rights do I have as a firearm owner with said proofs? Would I have a leg to stand on if I were to file a police report to request the firearm to be placed back in my possession?
Since Indiana doesn't require 'registration' I never went through such process, I am technically the legal owner and I feel the burden of proof ( Bill of Sale ) should be in their hands, not mine.
Thanks for your time.
I want to get the firearm back from her, she has a new boyfriend who is living with her and can provide adequate protection ( Military special forces ). However he is keeping the firearm from me, stating that I need to provide to him a bill of sale and proof of registration.
I have the box, paperwork and receipt ( with serial number listed ) and I know where I purchased it. What rights do I have as a firearm owner with said proofs? Would I have a leg to stand on if I were to file a police report to request the firearm to be placed back in my possession?
Since Indiana doesn't require 'registration' I never went through such process, I am technically the legal owner and I feel the burden of proof ( Bill of Sale ) should be in their hands, not mine.
Thanks for your time.