TEXAS VALUES - FEDERAL COMPLIANCE
RESPONSIBLE FIREARM PRACTICES
PROTECTING RIGHTS THROUGH RESPONSIBLE FIREARM PRACTICES
Compliance First. Safety Always
01. Firearm Transfer Requirements
- All firearm transfers require completion of ATF Form 4473 and a background check
- Background check not required with valid current LTC (license to carry)
- The transferee must be the actual purchaser and must appear in person
- A valid, unexpired government-issued photo ID with current address is required
- Additional documentation may be required if the address is not current
02. Age Requirements
Federal law requires:
- 21+ to purchase a handgun from a dealer
- 18+ to purchase a rifle or shotgun
All transfers are subject to federal and state law
03. Straw Purchase Warning
- The person completing the paperwork must be the actual buyer/transferee
- Purchasing a firearm on behalf of another person who is prohibited or not the actual buyer is a federal crime
04. Transfer Process
- Firearms must be shipped from a licensed dealer or verified individual
- We will notify you when your firearm is ready for pickup
- Transfers are completed by appointment during posted business hours
- Transfer fees apply regardless of approval status
05. Prohibited Persons
- Federal law prohibits certain individuals from possessing firearms, including those convicted of certain crimes or subject to restraining orders
- If you are unsure of your eligibility, please consult legal counsel before initiating a transfer
06. Delays & Denials
Background checks may result in:
- Approval
- Delay
- Denial
- We do not control NICS decisions.
- Transfer fees are non-refundable once the process has begun.
07. State & Local Compliance
- All transactions comply with federal, state, and local laws
- Additional requirements may apply depending on your place of residence
08. Firearm Safety
Educating Youth on Firearm Safety
- Firearms should always be stored securely and out of reach of children
- Never allow unsupervised access to firearms
- Educate children on firearm safety:
- Stop
- Don’t touch
- Run away
- Tell an adult