The purchase, sale, and transfer of firearms is regulated by the Gun Control Act of 1968 (18 U.S.C. § 921 et seq.) and the National Firearms Act (26 U.S.C. § 5801 et seq.). All transactions on ShootingBid must comply with applicable federal law.
All firearm transfers through an FFL dealer require a NICS (National Instant Criminal Background Check System) background check. Providing false information on ATF Form 4473 is a federal felony punishable by up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
Federal law prohibits the sale or transfer of firearms to: persons under indictment or convicted of crimes punishable by more than one year imprisonment; fugitives from justice; unlawful users of controlled substances; adjudicated mental defectives; illegal aliens; persons who have renounced US citizenship; persons subject to certain restraining orders; and persons convicted of domestic violence misdemeanors.
State laws vary significantly regarding firearm purchases, transfers, and ownership. You are responsible for knowing and complying with the laws of your state. ShootingBid does not provide legal advice regarding state-specific requirements.
Suppressors, short-barreled rifles, short-barreled shotguns, machine guns, and other NFA items require additional ATF paperwork, a $200 tax stamp, and approval before transfer. These items may only be transferred by SOT/Class III dealers in many cases.
ShootingBid operates as a marketplace platform only. We do not take possession of, inspect, or guarantee any firearms listed on our platform. We are not a licensed firearms dealer. All transactions are between individual buyers and sellers.
This legal notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a qualified attorney for legal guidance specific to your situation.
