Are you looking to buy or sell a firearm? You might want to give a gun to a member of your family. You might want to give a gun to someone out of state. All of these situations require that you know the law before you purchase, sell or transfer a firearm. The NRA Blog offers a series helpful articles to guide you through firearms transactions and transfers. Note that the laws on private transfers can vary from one state to another. Some of these articles date back a few decades. The laws change and are usually more restrictive. Before buying or selling any firearm, you should review the current laws in your state. Legal Heat’s 50-State Guide to Firearms Laws and Regulations is a good resource for a summary of state firearm laws. Here are five articles that provide key facts.Click on the title to read that article.
Important: All five articles refer to general rules that are applicable nationally and in the majority of states. Some states, like California, New Jersey and New York, have very specific rules and regulations regarding gun transfers. If you have any questions about gun transfers within your state/region you should consult a lawyer who is familiar with the laws in YOUR state and municipality.
