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
Product restriction check by feature or attribute – ideal for used guns, missing UPC or engineering teams
Get Notified of Active Bills and Legislative Changes in Your State
Checkout the bill tracker dashboard to find out what’s hot
Research active firearm and ammo bills and click through to the source
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 South, Lipsey’s, RSR, Davidson’s, Zanders, Bill Hick’s, Camfour and more.
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.
Well Beyond Firearms
Check the legality of ownership and sale of firearms, ammunition, magazines, and various product components.
API to Leading eCommerce
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.