M&P 22 10 to 12 round Magazine Conversion Legality

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M&P 22 10 to 12 round Magazine Conversion Legality

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I FINALLY was able to snag a 10 round M&P 22 magazine. To make the 12 rounders 10-round only they just throw in an aluminum spacer.

When I get this magazine I want to remove the aluminum spacer to make it a 12-rounder. It takes all of 30 seconds to do, so it is easy.

My question: Is this legal in the state of Virginia to do? Are there any Federal concerns?
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Re: M&P 22 10 to 12 round Magazine Conversion Legality

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I can't think of any instance where adding two rounds to a magazine would be illegal. This spacer must be in place to meet another state's 10-round capacity limit.
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Re: M&P 22 10 to 12 round Magazine Conversion Legality

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This is what I just got for 1 of my mags. Going to try it tomorrow or friday and if it works well I will order another set for a second magazine.


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Re: M&P 22 10 to 12 round Magazine Conversion Legality

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You are fine with any size magazine in Virginia. We are no NY or CO trying to effectively keep residents from defending themselves and enjoying shooting
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Re: M&P 22 10 to 12 round Magazine Conversion Legality

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IANAL But you are fine in VA. I have the same pistol and bought a second mag at a local shop. As I was purchasing the shop owner said hey check this out and actually did the mod for me.

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