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What is the maximum imprisonment term for participating in a straw purchase if the firearm is used for a felony?
What is the maximum imprisonment term for participating in a straw purchase if the firearm is used for a felony?
What are the penalties for a person who violates sections 932 or 933 of the U.S.C.?
What are the penalties for a person who violates sections 932 or 933 of the U.S.C.?
Which of the following is a requirement regarding firearms located within 1,000 ft of a school zone?
Which of the following is a requirement regarding firearms located within 1,000 ft of a school zone?
What is the consequence of knowingly purchasing a firearm on behalf of another person?
What is the consequence of knowingly purchasing a firearm on behalf of another person?
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What is the penalty for any person convicted of firearm trafficking?
What is the penalty for any person convicted of firearm trafficking?
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By when must acquisitions be logged by dealers?
By when must acquisitions be logged by dealers?
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What is the required logging time for dispositions by importers?
What is the required logging time for dispositions by importers?
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What must be done within 15 days by importers?
What must be done within 15 days by importers?
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What is NOT allowed in computerized acquisition and disposition records?
What is NOT allowed in computerized acquisition and disposition records?
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How should a transferee complete ATF Form 4473?
How should a transferee complete ATF Form 4473?
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When must dispositions be logged by manufacturers?
When must dispositions be logged by manufacturers?
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Which of the following statements about identity verification is TRUE for ATF Form 4473?
Which of the following statements about identity verification is TRUE for ATF Form 4473?
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What is the condition for computerized records according to ATF Ruling?
What is the condition for computerized records according to ATF Ruling?
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What is illegal regarding firearms that have an obliterated serial number?
What is illegal regarding firearms that have an obliterated serial number?
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What is the minimum barrel length for a firearm to be classified as a Short Barrel Rifle (SBR)?
What is the minimum barrel length for a firearm to be classified as a Short Barrel Rifle (SBR)?
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Which method is NOT used for retaining 4473s?
Which method is NOT used for retaining 4473s?
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What must be done if there are errors found on a firearm license?
What must be done if there are errors found on a firearm license?
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How often is a firearm license valid before needing renewal?
How often is a firearm license valid before needing renewal?
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What is an acceptable document to prove residency for aliens in the U.S.?
What is an acceptable document to prove residency for aliens in the U.S.?
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What is required when there is a change of address for a firearm license holder?
What is required when there is a change of address for a firearm license holder?
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What must be established before a licensee sells a firearm to a non-licensee?
What must be established before a licensee sells a firearm to a non-licensee?
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Under what condition is a NICS check NOT required?
Under what condition is a NICS check NOT required?
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What should be done if a straw purchase is suspected?
What should be done if a straw purchase is suspected?
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What identifies a firearm as a curio or relic?
What identifies a firearm as a curio or relic?
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What must a dealer provide when a handgun is sold?
What must a dealer provide when a handgun is sold?
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What is the time frame within which a NICS transaction is valid?
What is the time frame within which a NICS transaction is valid?
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What type of firearms do not require a 4473 to be filled out?
What type of firearms do not require a 4473 to be filled out?
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When must multiple handgun sales forms be completed?
When must multiple handgun sales forms be completed?
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If firearms are kept overnight for gunsmithing, what must be done?
If firearms are kept overnight for gunsmithing, what must be done?
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What should be done in the case of a theft or loss of firearms?
What should be done in the case of a theft or loss of firearms?
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What happens if the licensee does not respond to a tracing request in a timely manner?
What happens if the licensee does not respond to a tracing request in a timely manner?
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What marking must licensees add to a PMF without a serial number?
What marking must licensees add to a PMF without a serial number?
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What should be done when receiving firearms on consignment?
What should be done when receiving firearms on consignment?
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What is the purpose of IRS Form 8300 in the context of firearm transactions?
What is the purpose of IRS Form 8300 in the context of firearm transactions?
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What can be verified using the FFL EZ Check?
What can be verified using the FFL EZ Check?
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Who must provide a letter stating the firearm will not be resold?
Who must provide a letter stating the firearm will not be resold?
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What is the consequence of having a firearm with an altered serial number?
What is the consequence of having a firearm with an altered serial number?
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What should licensees do when suspicions of fraud arise?
What should licensees do when suspicions of fraud arise?
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What is prohibited when selling firearms?
What is prohibited when selling firearms?
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What is the minimum age for purchasing ammunition for handguns?
What is the minimum age for purchasing ammunition for handguns?
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What is the primary objective of a firearms manufacturer?
What is the primary objective of a firearms manufacturer?
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What must be engraved on the frame or receiver of a manufactured firearm?
What must be engraved on the frame or receiver of a manufactured firearm?
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When is the Annual Firearms Manufacturing & Export Report due?
When is the Annual Firearms Manufacturing & Export Report due?
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What happens if more than 50 guns are sold by a manufacturer?
What happens if more than 50 guns are sold by a manufacturer?
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What is needed to engage in the business of importing firearms?
What is needed to engage in the business of importing firearms?
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What is the consequence for possessing unregistered NFA firearms?
What is the consequence for possessing unregistered NFA firearms?
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Which form is used to apply to make and register a firearm?
Which form is used to apply to make and register a firearm?
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What must an importer do within 15 days of acquiring firearms?
What must an importer do within 15 days of acquiring firearms?
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What type of firearms are included under NFA firearms?
What type of firearms are included under NFA firearms?
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Who regulates the exportation of firearms?
Who regulates the exportation of firearms?
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What is the penalty for straw purchasing firearms under 18 U.S.C. 932?
What is the penalty for straw purchasing firearms under 18 U.S.C. 932?
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Which tax must all firearms manufacturers pay?
Which tax must all firearms manufacturers pay?
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What is the fee for a Class 2 Manufacturer's Special Occupational Tax?
What is the fee for a Class 2 Manufacturer's Special Occupational Tax?
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What must be submitted to Customs for each shipment of imported firearms?
What must be submitted to Customs for each shipment of imported firearms?
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Study Notes
Required Records and Reports
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Acquisition and Disposition Records:
- Record acquisitions within the next business day and dispositions within 7 business days.
- Dealers must log acquisitions by the end of the next business day and dispositions within 7 days.
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Collectors and Manufacturers:
- Collectors also register acquisitions next business day; manufacturers have 7 days for both acquisitions and dispositions.
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Importers:
- Imports logged within 15 days; dispositions within 7 days.
- Maintain separate records for licensees and non-licensees.
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Computerized Records:
- Must meet 14 criteria including the ability to query firearms by serial number, acquisition date, or manufacturer name.
- Internal audit logs needed; records must be available for ATF audits.
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ATF Form 4473:
- Required for transfers to non-licensees; buyer completes sections A and C, seller fills B and D.
- Identity verification of purchasers is mandatory; valid ID needed.
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Multiple Sales Reporting:
- Complete for purchases of two or more handguns within 5 business days.
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Reporting Theft/Loss:
- Immediate reporting required, within 48 hours upon discovery; a police report is necessary.
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Retention of Records:
- Maintain records for the business's lifetime; keep specific denials and loss reports separate.
Conduct of Business
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Frame/Receiver:
- Considered firearms; must be logged in. Sales treated as firearm sales.
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Privately Made Firearms (PMFs):
- Must be logged within 7 days and marked if unnumbered.
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National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS):
- Mandatory for sales and transfers; exceptions exist for certain types of transfers.
- New NICS checks must be initiated after 30 days if the transfer is not completed.
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Gun Storage:
- Handguns must be sold with safety devices per the Child Safety Lock Act.
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Sales Between Licensees:
- Require a certified copy of the other FFL’s license before transaction.
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Gun Shows:
- Transfers is restricted to same-state transactions with compliance to all recordkeeping guidelines.
Licenses
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Engagement in Business:
- Defined as devoting time and labor for profit through sale or distribution.
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License Maintenance:
- Licenses valid for three years; must renew prior to expiry.
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Reporting Changes:
- Notify ATF of address changes or new trade names within 30 days.
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Discontinuance of Business:
- Written notification required within 30 days; maintain records for up to 10 years.
Miscellaneous Provisions
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Right of Entry:
- ATF can inspect premises during business hours not exceeding once per year.
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Tracing Requests:
- Immediate response required, no later than 24 hours.
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Straw Purchases:
- Purchasing firearms for someone else is illegal; notify ATF if suspected.
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Curios and Relics:
- Firearms over 50 years old; specific licenses required for their sale.
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Transportation:
- Firearms must be unloaded and inaccessible from the passenger area.
Gunsmithing Activities
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Recordkeeping:
- Gunsmiths must log firearms kept overnight; recommended to separate gunsmith records.
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Returns of Repaired Firearms:
- No need for 4473 if returning to the original owner.
NFA (National Firearms Act) Firearms
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Definition and Taxation:
- Machine guns and short-barreled firearms regulated; taxes are due for manufacturing and transferring.
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Forms for NFA Items:
- Several forms needed for the manufacture and transfer of NFA firearms.
Importers and Exporters
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Importer Requirements:
- Must be registered and keep records of acquisitions and dispositions, distinct for licensees and non-licensees.
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Exportation:
- Regulated by the State Department; ATF does not oversee firearms export.
Safer Communities Act
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Overview:
- Aimed at reducing gun violence, expanding background checks, and improving mental health services.
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Straw Purchasing Penalties:
- Increased penalties for illegal purchases made on behalf of others. Repercussions may include imprisonment for up to 15 years.### Trafficking of Firearms
- Participation in a straw purchase linked to a firearm used for felonies, terrorism, or drug trafficking can result in a prison sentence of up to 25 years.
- Increased fines implemented for offenses related to firearm trafficking.
Penalties for Violations
- Violating any subsection related to firearm trafficking can lead to fines, imprisonment for no more than 15 years, or both.
- Convictions under U.S.C sections 932 or 933 lead to forfeiture of property tied to the offense, including proceeds obtained directly or indirectly.
Financial Consequences
- Individuals profiting from offenses under sections 932 or 933 can face fines up to the greater of the standard authorized fines or twice the gross profits derived from the offense.
Regulations in School Zones
- Firearms located within 1,000 feet of a school must be unloaded and stored in a locked container before leaving the premises.
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Test your knowledge on the necessary records and reports required for firearms acquisition and disposition. This quiz covers regulations for dealers, collectors, manufacturers, and importers, along with the requirements for computerized records and ATF Form 4473. Ensure you understand the timelines and protocols outlined for compliance.