As a federal firearms licensee (FFL), a pistol with a stabilizing brace arrived at my licensed premises after January 31st when the final rule took effect. What options do I now have to comply with the final rule?

• If at all possible, refuse delivery of the firearm or arrange return of the unopened delivery (via the delivering contract carrier), whereupon the original transferor must comply with the final rule. 

• If the firearm was received and taken into inventory, the following options are provided:
  • Turn the firearm into your local ATF office.
  • Destroy the firearm.  For more information, view the How to Properly Destroy Firearms information graphic.

Last Reviewed March 23, 2023