As you well know, due to statutory requirements set forth in both the NICS Denial Notification Act and the Bipartisan Safer Community Act (BSCA), the ATF Form 4473 was revised in December of 2022....
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California’s Restrictive Firearms Advertising Law Blocked by Federal Court
Yesterday, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals blocked California's law banning firearm advertisements that "reasonably appear to be attractive to minors." The court cited the law's infringement on protected...
Orchid Expands Its Team with Seasoned Firearm Industry Professionals
Hartford, CT – Orchid, the leader in FFL technology, payment processing, and firearm and explosives compliance services, proudly announces the addition of three accomplished firearm industry professionals to...
California Legislature Passed Several Bills: What FFLs Should Be Aware Of
Over the last two weeks, the California legislature passed several bills which will impact the firearms industry. They have yet to make their way to the Governor for signature but we do not expect any vetoes....
New Rule Proposal: Definition of “Engaged in the Business” as a Dealer in Firearms
The Department of Justice (“Department”) proposes amending Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (“ATF”) regulations to implement the provisions of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act...
Orchid Webinar: Understanding ATFs Top 10 GCA Violations and Ways to Avoid Citation
Hartford, CT – Orchid, the leader in FFL technology, payment processing, and firearm and explosives compliance services, is excited to announce an upcoming webinar on the ATF's top 10 Gun Control Act (GCA)...
Reminder for all Louisiana FFLs – Senate Bill 56
A reminder for all Louisiana FFLs – Senate Bill 56 which was signed by the Governor on June 13 has reinstated the Second Amendment Sales Tax Holiday. It will take place this weekend, Friday, September 1...
Online Consumer Shopping Experience Improved with Orchid’s Advanced eCommerce Solutions
Hartford, CT – Orchid, the leader in FFL technology, payment processing, and firearm and explosives compliance services, is pleased to announce its latest features designed to provide FFLs and their retail...
Orchid Targets Reduction in ATF Theft/Loss Exposure and Greater Firearm Transfer Efficiencies with New eBound Features
Hartford, CT – Orchid, the leader in FFL technology, payment processing, and firearm and explosives compliance services, is pleased to announce its latest features designed to improve firearm transfers...

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