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Key Considerations When Selecting an Electronic Bound Book
Selecting an Electronic Bound Book In 1968, Congress passed the Gun Control Act that included, amongst other requirements, that “each licensed importer, manufacturer,...
Using Technology To Improve 4473 Processing
Improving 4473 Processing The firearms industry is one of the most highly regulated and its licensees are subject to federal, state and local laws. Given their inherent...
How To Prepare Your FFL For A Natural Disaster
Hurricane Season Is Here – Get Your FFL Ready It has already been an extremely active hurricane season; it is the first time that 14 tropical storms formed before...
Top 3 ATF Compliance Considerations for a Retail FFL POS System
Introduction To Retail FFL POS Systems Gun store and range owners are rapidly migrating to new point-of-sale (POS) systems. Several factors are driving the increased adoption by retailers. One, the new...
Importing Firearms and Ammunition – A Brief Overview of ATF Requirements
Importing Firearms and Ammunition – A Brief Overview of ATF Requirements Engaging in international commerce in firearms, ammunition, components, and accessories may seem like a daunting task. Between all the...
Best Practices in Firearm Destruction and Scrapping
BEST PRACTICES IN FIREARM DESTRUCTION AND SCRAPPING There are several regulations found in ATF’s Firearms Regulations Reference Guide that instruct the industry on the proper ways of manufacturing and...
ATF Variances Ease The Burden On Your FFL
The firearms industry understands business is regulated by several federal and state government agencies. The obvious one at the forefront of the mind of most is the ATF. While some may believe government...
FFL Record Keeping Requirements
FFL Record Keeping Requirements Filing Requirements If there’s one thing operating a Federal Firearms License (FFL) requires, it’s paperwork! Regardless of the type of...
Regulated Markings on Firearms
Regulated Markings on Firearms Regulated markings on firearms refer to the information engraved, stamped, or otherwise marked on a firearm indicating the importer(if any), manufacturer, country of origin (if...