Background Effective immediately, the U.S. Department of Commerce (the Department) is pausing for approximately 90 days the issuance of new export licenses involving certain firearms, related components, and...
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Washington SAFE Background Checks Automated with Orchid eBound API Integration
Hartford, CT – Orchid, the leader in FFL technology, payment processing, and firearm and explosives compliance services, Washington State and Farwest Sports, owner of the two largest in-state gun stores,...
DECCS User Account Security Update
DDTC will soon be migrating to the FedRAMP High instance of a multifactor authentication solution to maintain a robust security posture and protect information stored within DECCS. As part of this process,...
Orchid’s NASGW Booth To Showcase The Firm’s Latest Solutions
Hartford, CT – Orchid, the leader in FFL technology, payment processing, and firearm and explosives compliance services, proudly announces its participation in the upcoming NASGW Expo, scheduled to take place...
Colorado FFL Alert: House Bill 1219
This is a reminder to all Colorado FFLs regarding firearms transfers to consumers. The provisions of House Bill 1219 – signed by the Governor on April 28 – go into effect Sunday, October 1. The new law –...
ATF Form 4473 Update – August 2023 Version
Update: Friday, September 29, 2023 Recently the two following small typos were identified on the ATF Form 4473: Question 21 n. ended with a “period” rather than a “question mark”. And, the period was missing...
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....
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