Virginia doesn't require shotguns to be registered, so no issue there.

Virginia is pretty liberal with firearms and minors age 12 and up. Here's what Virginia law says about minors and firearms:


It is a crime for any person to sell, give or otherwise furnish a handgun to a minor if he has reason to believe that the buyer or recipient is under 18 years of age, unless such transfer is made between family members or for the purpose of engaging in a sporting event or activity.

Transfer WAS between family members.


A person under 18 shall not possess or transport a handgun or assault firearm.

Doesn't apply to shotguns.



This prohibition does not apply to a minor in his own home or on his property or on the property of another with prior permission, while accompanied by an adult while hunting, at a range or firearm educational class, and while transporting an unloaded firearm to and from such activities.

It shall be unlawful for any person knowingly to authorize a child under the age of twelve to use a firearm except when the child is under the supervision of an adult.

Kinda scary, huh?


Beyond the age issue:

It is unlawful for anyone adjudicated legally incompetent or mentally incapacitated or involuntarily committed to purchase, possess or transport a firearm. It is unlawful to transfer a firearm to such persons.

If this kid is making such threats, and you believe he is a danger to himself or others, get authories involved - ASAP. Call every time he makes even an off handed threat. Call every day if you have to. Also place a call to CPS and let THEM investigate.