14 States File Lawsuit Against Glock Over Firearm Conversion Risks

The lawsuit accuses Glock of enabling illegal machine gun conversions and seeks to hold the company accountable for public safety concerns.

Attorneys general from 14 states and the District of Columbia have filed a lawsuit against Glock, a leading handgun manufacturer, over safety concerns linked to its firearms.
The lawsuit alleges that Glock knowingly sells handguns that can be easily converted into machine guns using illegal aftermarket switches, which are widely available despite being banned in the U.S.
New Jersey and Minnesota are leading the legal effort, citing incidents where converted Glocks were used in criminal activities and emphasizing the company’s responsibility to prevent such modifications.
The plaintiffs argue that Glock has prioritized profits over public safety by marketing firearms that are attractive to those seeking illegal modifications.
Gun industry groups have criticized the lawsuit, claiming it is an attempt to bypass federal protections for gun manufacturers and impose gun control through the courts.