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FBI Director's Toy-Like Guns Spark Legal Concerns in NZ

11/25/2025

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FBI Director Kash Patel gifted inoperable 3D-printed revolvers to security officials in Wellington, New Zealand, on July 31.
The Maverick PG22 resembles toys and is classified as a firearm under New Zealand law.
Police documents showed concerns that the weapons could be easily modified to become operable.
Five officials, police and intelligence leaders, received the gifts on July 31 and later surrendered them for destruction due to legal restrictions.

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FBI Director Kash Patel gifted inoperable 3D-printed revolvers to security officials in Wellington, New Zealand, on July 31.
The Maverick PG22 resembles toys and is classified as a firearm under New Zealand law.
Police documents showed concerns that the weapons could be easily modified to become operable.
Five officials, police and intelligence leaders, received the gifts on July 31 and later surrendered them for destruction due to legal restrictions.