Selling Firearms Online: What's Legal, What's Not

[0:00] Hey everyone, and welcome to Firearm Payments 101, brought to you by TacticalPay. So today we're tackling a topic that's critical for any firearms business looking to expand online. What's legal and what's not when it comes to selling firearms over the internet. But before we go any further, just a quick disclaimer. I'm not a lawyer, and what follows should not be considered legal advice. Federal and state laws are constantly evolving, so always consult a licensed attorney in your state to ensure you're complying with all applicable laws. First things first, yes, it's legal to sell firearms online, but it comes with strict rules and responsibilities. To sell guns as a business, you must have a federal firearms license or FFL. [0:54] The biggest misconception is that you can ship directly to a buyer's home like other products. You can't. All online firearm sales must be shipped to an FFL, who then performs the required background check before the buyer can take possession. Now this is true whether you're selling online through your own website or using platforms like GunBroker. These platforms can make it easier to reach buyers, but they do not eliminate your legal responsibilities. In fact, GunBroker requires that all sellers confirm FFL transfer procedures are followed, and many FFLs will only accept transfers from other licensed dealers. [1:34] Okay, next up, age verification. You're required by federal law to ensure the buyer is of legal age. Depending on your online sales channel, or if you're using a hosted platform like GunBroker, the technology and workflow for age verification will vary. It's also important to stay current with ATF regulations, which can evolve over time. So, for example, selling unfinished frames or receivers, sometimes called 80% lowers, well, they come with a different set of legal compliance issues that you need to understand before listing them for sale. And again, make sure to consult with an attorney to confirm that you're following all applicable state and federal laws. [2:16] And finally, don't forget that your payment processor must be firearms-friendly. Many popular processors will shut you down or freeze your funds if they detect firearms-related transactions. So regardless of your point-of-sale system or e-commerce platform, make sure you're using a firearms-friendly payment solution like TacticalPay to keep your business running smoothly. So do you want to keep growing your firearms business the smart and compliant way? Head over to TacticalPay.com to learn more about payment solutions tailor-made for FFLs and other firearms businesses. Thank you so much for watching and listening!