Is a powder and lead ball considered to be ammunition?
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Is a powder and lead ball considered to be ammunition?
A protective order has been given to me. In the order it states no firearms or ammunition is to be in possession. A pre-1899 cap and ball revolver is not considered a firearm in TX or under federal law. However, is the powder and lead ball considered ammunition by the feds and or the state?
Asked on September 27, 2019 under Criminal Law, Texas
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 4 years ago | Contributor
The powder and lead ball would not be considered ammunition. An antique gun like the one you describe is specifically taken out of the definition of being a "firearm," such as under 18 U.S.C. Section 921. The definition of "ammunition" generally means ammunition for a "firearm"; therefore, if an antique gun is exempted from the definition of being a firearm, the powder and projectile for it is not for a "firearm"; not being for a firearm, it is not ammunition.
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