Buying and Trading

[Guest Zombie Response Medic]

I live close to the NC and VA line, I have had some people interested in a few guns I have. Is there an issues with selling guns in another state or trading them if I am a TN resident. Also could I buy off a private owner in another state? Thanks.

[Steelharp]

Across state lines, yes, big issues. Need to transfer through an FFL. In state, no problem. I know stores can sell long guns to other state residents. Not sure about a private individual.

[Mykltn]

Any out of state sales or purchases to anyone who is not a resident of your state has to go through an FFL.

[Kevo]

Sucks I know, BUT keep your pistol trading in-state. Better safe than sorry.

[Patton]

Can't trade long guns neither across state lines withou going through a FFL. It's a class E Felony just in case your wondering.

[Kevo]

Didn't know that. Thanks Patton

[Patton]

I have never heard of anyone being prosecuted for it though. Still don't do it. I have heard of more ATF cases in the last year than I have my entire life dealing with selling firearms. They have started going after a few of the illegal sellers. Mostly charging them with profiting from firearms sales without a license. Just don't make money or give the illusion your trying to make money and you'll be fine. Don't sell to anyone without a TN ID, you don't even have to see it as long as they have one. Ask them if they are a felon, if they say no your good to go. Make sure they are over 18.(even for handguns). And most importantly if it don't seam right, don't sell.