Documentation purporting to guide the conversion of a Cobray M11/9 semi-automatic firearm to fully automatic functionality describes a process that alters the weapon’s rate of fire. Such alterations typically involve modifications to the trigger mechanism, sear, and other internal components. Examples might include detailed diagrams, parts lists, and step-by-step instructions for the modification process.
The possession, distribution, or use of such documentation, as well as the act of converting a firearm to fully automatic operation, carries significant legal ramifications. Unauthorized modifications to firearms are strictly regulated by federal and often state laws. Historical context reveals that concerns regarding automatic weapons and their potential for misuse have led to stringent controls over their manufacture, sale, and possession. These controls aim to prevent the proliferation of unregulated automatic firearms and to maintain public safety.
