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Donating Firearms to Law Enforcement: A Responsible GuideDonating a firearm to a police department, sheriff’s office, or other law enforcement agency can seem like a straightforward way to remove an unwanted gun from…
How to avoid scams when selling guns onlineSelling an unwanted firearm online can expose you to more than fake buyers and lost payments. A fraudulent transaction may also create legal problems, reveal…
What to Look For in a Firearm Disposition ServiceSelling, donating, or otherwise transferring an unwanted firearm involves more than finding a buyer. The process can include federal and state requirements,…
Same-day payment for firearms without a physical storefrontSelling an unwanted firearm does not always require driving to a gun shop, waiting for an appointment, or transporting a collection across town. A federally…
Legal options for disposing of relics and military memorabiliaInherited firearms, decommissioned weapons, ammunition boxes, field gear, swords, medals, and other military collectibles can carry historical and sentimental…
A Respectful Conversation About an Aging Parent’s Gun CollectionTalking with an aging parent about firearms can bring together safety concerns, family history, independence, and strong emotions. A gun collection may…
When a Gun Owner Loses Capacity: A Family Guide to DisposalWhen an older adult develops dementia, suffers a serious brain injury, or becomes unable to manage personal affairs, firearms can create a difficult family…
Understanding ATF Form 4473 for firearm dispositionWhen an unwanted firearm changes hands through a federally licensed firearms dealer, paperwork helps establish who received it, how the transaction was…
How to Move Multiple Firearms to a Licensed Dealer SafelyTransporting several firearms to a federally licensed dealer requires more planning than carrying a single unloaded gun to a range. The owner must protect…
What Happens To Ammunition When You Sell A Firearm CollectionSelling a firearm collection involves more than finding buyers for rifles, pistols, or collectible pieces. Ammunition, magazines, gun safes, optics, reloading…