Orchid eState – Firearm State Compliance Software

Track evolving firearm laws, confirm product legality by feature, and power your ERP or eCommerce checkout with instant, API-driven compliance intelligence. In partnership with NASGW.

Worried about selling firearms across state lines?

Gun laws constantly shift across states and municipalities, creating risk for all FFLs. Orchid eState™ centralizes complex regulations in one intelligent platform — enabling you to track new state laws, verify product legality by feature, and integrate automated restriction checks directly into your ERP or eCommerce system. 

State Law Updates

Stay current with pending firearm and ammo laws and receive weekly email updates. 

Product Legality by Feature

Analyze UPC jurisdictional restrictions by product feature and US zip code.

eComm / ERP API

Electronically check B2B and consumer orders via API with US zip code and UPC

Watch eState™ In Action

Instant restriction check triggered by an eCommerce checkout

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One or more products are added to the online shopping cart
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User selects a ship to address or FFL destination (depending on product)
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Orchid API is called and provides an instant response for the consumer

Product restriction check by feature or attribute – ideal for used guns, missing UPC or engineering teams

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Select a State, Zip Code or select all US states at once
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Select the product type and dynamically generated attributes, pulled from all relevant state laws
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Orchid eState responds with a list of all jurisdictions where the product is restricted

Get Notified of Active Bills and Legislative Changes in Your State

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Checkout the bill tracker dashboard to find out what’s hot

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Research active firearm and ammo bills and click through to the source

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Subscribe to weekly newsletters as urgent state law alerts

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Developed in Partnership with NASGW

The National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers (NASGW) is comprised of wholesalers, manufacturers, independent sales reps, media and service providers – both national and international – all of whom are primarily focused on shooting sports equipment and accessories. As a trade association representing the business interests of its members, the NASGW mission is to bring shooting sports buyers and sellers together. Join or learn more at nasgw.org.

70k+ Catalog UPC Coverage

99% of firearms and ammunition in leading distributor catalogs such as Sports SouthLipsey’sRSRDavidson’sZandersBill Hick’sCamfour and more.

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1,000,000+ Product Designs

Homemade guns? Out of circulation products? Got that covered too with over 100+ gun law attribute selector including barrel length, capacity, product features, material, and more.

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Well Beyond Firearms

Check the legality of ownership and sale of firearms, ammunition, magazines, and various product components.

API to Leading eCommerce

Check firearm orders before they ship with direct integration to eCommerce platforms such as Magento (now Adobe eCommerce), WooCommerceBig Commerce.
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Power-up ERP Order Entry

Integrate real-time gun law checks into leading ERP solutions like NetSuite, Epicor, SAP, Infor, Fishbowl, Microsoft 365 and more.
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Multi-Restriction Categories

Product dependent restrictions such as Restricted, Not-Restricted, Roster State, and Shipping and Age checks for ammunition.

Frequently Asked Questions about State Gun Laws or Ammunition and Firearm Laws by State

Why Should I Comply with State Gun Laws?

Understanding State Gun Laws is essential for firearm owners, retailers, and enthusiasts across the U.S. Unlike federal regulations, State Gun Laws vary widely and are shaped through a local legislative process that includes bill proposals, committee reviews, public hearings, and votes by state legislators. Each state has the authority to enact its own firearm restrictions, including laws related to concealed carry, assault weapon bans, magazine limits, and background check requirements. Because State Gun Laws can change frequently based on political climate and public safety concerns, staying informed about the latest updates is critical. Whether you’re transporting firearms, selling ammunition, or purchasing a gun out of state, knowing your specific State Gun Laws helps ensure compliance and avoid penalties.

What are “Roster States” and Why do I Need to Know?
Some U.S. states, commonly referred to as roster states, maintain official lists—or “rosters”—of handguns that are approved for sale within their borders. These state gun laws are designed to restrict the sale of firearms that have not met specific testing, safety, or registration criteria. For example, California, Massachusetts, and Maryland are well-known roster states, each requiring that handguns pass state-defined safety testing and be listed on their approved firearm roster before they can be legally sold by licensed dealers. These laws can significantly impact firearm availability and inventory for retailers, as many popular models sold in other states may not be compliant in roster states. Understanding which states are roster states and how their laws function is critical for manufacturers, dealers, and consumers who want to remain compliant with varying state gun laws.