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How to Sell a Hunting Rifle Stored for DecadesA hunting rifle that has spent decades in a closet, attic, basement, or gun safe may still have meaningful value. It may also have hidden safety concerns,…
Safe, Lawful Steps After a Defensive Firearm DischargeA firearm used during a self-defense incident carries legal and emotional weight beyond its resale value. Even when the shooting was justified, the gun may…
How to handle firearms left behind by a roommate who moved outFinding a firearm after a roommate has moved away can create immediate safety, legal, and property concerns. The gun may belong to the former occupant, a…
What to do after finding a gun in a rental propertyFinding a firearm after a tenant has moved out creates a safety issue, a property-management problem, and a legal question at the same time. The gun may belong…
How to Sell a Gun From an Intestate Relative’s EstateWhen a relative dies without a will, state intestacy laws determine who inherits the estate and who may act for it. A firearm found in the home is part of that…
What to Do With Firearms From a Law Enforcement BuybackA law enforcement buyback gives people a way to remove unwanted firearms from their homes while supporting a local public-safety effort. These events may…
How to Sell a Gun Collection When You Are Legally Blind or DisabledSelling a gun collection can be complicated when vision loss, limited mobility, illness, or another disability makes inspection, transportation, paperwork, or…
What to do with a legally registered short-barrel rifleA firearm modified to be a legal short-barrel rifle (SBR) requires more careful handling than an ordinary rifle. Federal law generally treats a rifle with a…
What to Do With Firearms Stored in a Car or GarageA firearm left in a vehicle or pushed into a garage can become a safety, legal, and financial concern. Cars are frequent targets for theft, while garages may…
How To Sell A Never-Fired Display Firearm ResponsiblyA firearm that has spent its life in a display case can seem easier to sell than one used at the range or carried in the field. Its condition may be excellent,…