Amish_Bill
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Asking to see (see, not photocopy, transcribe, etc) a DL or CCW does one thing. It shows an attempt at due dilligence should something odd come of it later on.
The core requirement (Federally) for a legal transfer is that it must be between residents of the same state. Asking the buyer to show that he/she is also a resident of your state, worst case, shows that you are attempting to follow the rules, and best case may keep you out of an LE sting.
Does it Need to happen? No.
Might it be prudent with someone you don't know? Maybe.
Can it hurt you? Only as far as missing out on an accasional sale.
The core requirement (Federally) for a legal transfer is that it must be between residents of the same state. Asking the buyer to show that he/she is also a resident of your state, worst case, shows that you are attempting to follow the rules, and best case may keep you out of an LE sting.
Does it Need to happen? No.
Might it be prudent with someone you don't know? Maybe.
Can it hurt you? Only as far as missing out on an accasional sale.