If someone showed themselves with pipe bombs in the internet, could they get arrested?I'm just asking this because in youtube I see A LOT people play with pipe bombs and been wondering why they do. What if they were just pictures?
2007-02-05 08:32:53 · 5 answers · asked by Sliceathroat 3 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
they probably wouldn't get arrest right away anyhow. There is no proof those are actual bombs, and what their intent was is also questionable. However, if somebody reports the activity to the FBI then they would definitely be questioned about the activity, and probably investigated.
2007-02-05 08:38:22 · answer #1 · answered by Chrissy 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I dont think that it is a stupid question at all.
I guess the answer is that it depends on who sees the pictures.
I am sure that you remember the story about the little girl (about 14) who said something about the president and the FBI visited her at her school!
SO no it is not a stupid question at all.
I am sure that the FBI would try to assess the threat level based on the content. The people might or might not get arrested but a visit would be enough to scare the 'pooh' out of me!
2007-02-05 08:40:08 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
As defined in section 921(a) (3) of Title 18, United States Code (USC) the term "firearm" means --
(A) any weapon (including a starter gun) which will or is designed to or may readily be converted to expel a projectile by the action of an explosive;
(B) the frame or receiver of any such weapon;
(C) any firearm muffler or firearm silencer; or
(D) any destructive device. Such term does not include an antique firearm.
As defined in 26 USC subsection 5845(f) (2) the term destructive device includes any type of weapon by whatever name known which will, or which may readily be converted to, expel a projectile by the action of an explosive or other propellent, the barrel or barrels of which have a bore of more than one-half inch in diameter, except a shotgun or shotgun shell which the Secretary or his delegate finds is generally recognized as particularly suitable for sporting purposes; and (3) any combination of parts either designed or intended for use in converting any device into a destructive device as defined in subparagraphs (1) and (2) and from which a destructive device may be readily assembled. The term 'destructive device' shall not include any device which is neither designed nor redesigned for use as a weapon; any device, although originally designed for use as a weapon, which is redesigned for use as a signaling, pyrotechnic, line throwing, safety, or similar device; surplus ordnance sold, loaned, or given by the Secretary of the Army pursuant to the provisions of section 4684(2), 4685, or 4686 of title 10 of the USC; or any other device which the Secretary of the Treasury or his delegate finds is not likely to be used as a weapon, or is an antique or is a rifle which the owner intends to use solely for sporting purposes.
It is unlawful for anyone to make or possess a destructive device which is not registered in accordance with the provisions of the National Firearms Act.
...thus making it illegal. If they can be identified in the video, or if the video can be traced, it is only a matter of time.
2007-02-05 09:46:54 · answer #3 · answered by River 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am sure the FBI would like you to forward those pictures to them along with any other information that would help them to identify the fool that posed for the pictures. If it is a joke, it is a poor one. The FBI would wipe the smile off their face real quick.
2007-02-06 00:18:05 · answer #4 · answered by Tom M 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is a terrorist action, so think a bit about doing it,
you do not want to be seen to be a terrorist do you.....
2007-02-06 00:37:19 · answer #5 · answered by gorglin 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋