Changing gun ownership after selling to someone.

[Nero_Atrum]

My brother-in-law wants to buy a beretta off my dad. What would we have to do afterwards so that my brother-in-law shows up as the official owner of the gun?

 

[insidious_calm]

Federally nothing at all. There is no gun registration. Your state laws may vary. Barring state law issues, private transactions are just that, "private".


I.C.

 

[crackhead]

Bill of sale

 

[nalioth]

In most states, after the original sale, a firearm is a commodity just like a toaster or a television. No paperwork required after the original sale (local and state laws may apply).

 

[Thernlund]

I agree with crackhead (saying that is weird). Just make out a Bill of Sale detailing the transaction. Be sure to include make, model, and serial number.

Here's a fine example...

http://xavierthoughts.blogspot.com/2005/11/firearms-bill-of-sale.html


-T.

 

[misANTHrope]

Or, don't do anything at all. You're under no legal obligation to provide documentation of the sale. Speaking personally, when I conduct a FTF transaction, it goes like this:

"Well, you look over 18/21 to me. I assume you're legally able to possess a firearm, correct?"
"Correct."
"OK, here it is."
"And here's your $XXX."
"Good stuff, nice to meet you!"

Disclaimer: This may not be legal under your local laws. I am not familiar with your local laws, so it behooves you to do some research on your own, just to be sure. But AFAIK, FL has no restrictions that you need to worry about.

 

[Nero_Atrum]

Alright thanks guys.

 

[Im283]

unless there is some law in Fla that prohibits a private gun sale why doesn't your BIL do this.

Hand cash to Dad, Dad hands gun to BIL. Transaction complete.

 

[Thernlund]

Or, don't do anything at all. You're under no legal obligation to provide documentation of the sale.

Legal obligation or not, a BoS can cut down the hassle alot if something goes sideways. It's simple, fast, and easy. Or, you can go to court and win there. I for one prefer to fore go the time and expense.

You can thump your chest at the law and spout on about your rights if you want to, but at the end of the day even when you win, you still lost.


-T.

 

[Gator]

You're under no legal obligation to provide documentation of the sale.

That varies by state. Check your state laws.

 

[blackcash88]

You can't legally do a private FTF sale in Connecticut without paperwork.