Rules and Regulations Library
| Title | Description | Category | Document Type |
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 Kansas-July2013-Open Letter-Passage of the Kansas Second Amendment Protection Act (58 KB) |
The purpose of this open letter is to provide guidance and information related to the passage of the Kansas Second Amendment Protection Act, Kansas, effective April 25, 2013.
| Firearms | Open Letter |
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2013-1 - Electronic Form 6 and 6A (2323 KB) |
Approved alternate method or procedure for individuals, Federal firearms licensees, and registered importers of articles enumerated on the U.S. Munitions Import List (USMIL) to file ATF Form 6 - Part I and Form 6A electronically using ATF eForms, provided all of the conditions set forth in this ruling are met. Supersedes ATF Rulings 2003-6 and 2010-9.
| Firearms | Ruling |
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2013-2 - NFA Electronic Forms (583 KB) |
Approved alternate method or procedure for FFLs, legal entities, and government agencies to file ATF Forms 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 9, and 10 using ATF eForms, provided all of the conditions set forth in this ruling are met.
| Firearms | Ruling |
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2012-3 - AFMER Electronic Form (1442 KB) |
Approved alternate method or procedure for licensed manufacturers to submit the Annual Firearms Manufacturing and Exportation Report (AFMER), ATF Form 5300.11, electronically using ATF eForms, provided all of the conditions set forth in this ruling are met.
| Firearms | Ruling |
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West Virginia-Jun2014-Open Letter-West Virginia's Concealed Handgun Licenses (CHLs) as Alternative to NICS Checks (53 KB) |
The purpose of this open letter is to provide guidance regarding the West Virginia's Concealed Handgun Licenses (CHLs) issued on or after June 4, 2014 as an alternative to the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) check.
| Firearms | Open Letter |
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Louisiana-Oct1998-Open Letter-Permanent Provisions of the Brady Law (474 KB) | The purpose of this letter is to advise Federal firearms licensees in Louisiana of their responsibilities under the permanent provisions of the Brady law. | Firearms | Open Letter |
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National-Jan2016-Presidential Memorandum (24 KB) |
Tracing firearms in connection with criminal investigations and improving availability of relevant Executive Brand records to the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS).
| Firearms | Open Letter |
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Importation of Arms, Ammunition and Implements of War and Machine Guns, Destructive Devices, and Certain Other Firearms, Extending the Term of Import Permits (2010R-26P) Feb. 7, 2014 (69 KB) |
This rule amends the regulations of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) to extend the standard term of import permits for firearms, ammunition, and defense articles from 1 year to 2 years. | Firearms | Rulemaking |
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1969-59 - Gunshow Sales at Non-Licensed Premises (43 KB) |
Firearms or ammunition may not be sold at gun shows by a licensed dealer, but orders may be taken under specified conditions | Firearms | Ruling |
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All FFLs-July2004-Open Letter-3rd Anniversary of September 11th Attack (29 KB) | It will be 3 years this September since America was attacked. We at ATF remain vigilant, but we are requesting your assistance in our national effort to prevent terrorism. | Firearms | Open Letter |
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West Virginia-Jun2016-Open Letter - To All West Virginia FFLs regarding HB4145 (45 KB) | The purpose of this open letter is to provide guidance concerning West Virginia House Bill (HB) 4145 as it concerns the provisional licenses made eligible to West Virginia residents aged 18-20. | Firearms | Open Letter |
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Delegation Order - Authority to Maintain the National Firearms Registration Transfer Record (45 KB) |
This order delegates authority to maintain custody and control of the National Firearms Registration and Transfer Record and authority to execute certifications relative thereto. | Firearms | General Notice |
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Delegation Order - Authority to Facilitate Implementation of the NICS Improvement Amendments Act of 2007 (47 KB) |
This order delegates the authority to exercise the authorities and responsibilities committed to the Director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) under the NICS Improvement Amendments Act of 2007, Public Law 110–180 (NIAA). | Firearms | General Notice |
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Identification Markings Placed on Firearm Silencers and Firearm Mufflers ANPRM (66 KB) | The Department of Justice is considering amending the regulations of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) to require licensed manufacturers, licensed importers, and nonlicensed makers to place identification markings on the outer tube of firearm silencers and firearm mufflers. The Department wishes to gather information and comments from the public and industry concerning whether or not the regulations should be amended. | Firearms | Rulemaking |
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New Hampshire-Oct1998-Open Letter-Permanent Provisions of the Brady Law (94 KB) | The purpose of this letter is to advise Federal firearms licensees in New Hampshire of their responsibilities under the permanent provisions of the Brady law. | Firearms | Open Letter |
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North Dakota-Oct1998-Open Letter-Permanent Provisions of the Brady Law (45 KB) | The purpose of this letter is to advise Federal firearms licensees in North Dakota of their responsibilities under the permanent provisions of the Brady law. | Firearms | Open Letter |
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National-June1997-Open Letter-Attorney General Brady Law Decision (25 KB) |
The purpose of this letter is to address the Supreme Court's decision regarding that part of the Brady Handgun Control Act is unconstitutional. | Firearms | Open Letter |
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South Carolina-Nov1998-Open Letter-Permanent Provisions of the Brady Law (45 KB) | The purpose of this letter is to advise Federal firearms licensees in South Carolina of their responsibilities under the permanent provisions of the Brady law. | Firearms | Open Letter |
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New Jersey-Nov1998-Open Letter-Permanent Provisions of the Brady Law (43 KB) | The purpose of this letter is to advise Federal firearms licensees in New Jersey of their responsibilities under the permanent provisions of the Brady law | Firearms | Open Letter |
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New Mexico-Feb1994-Open Letter-Implementation of Brady Law Requirements (35 KB) | The purpose of this open letter is to advise Federal firearms licensees in New Mexico the requirements of the Brady Law. | Firearms | Open Letter |
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New Mexico-Oct1998-Open Letter-Permanent Provisions of the Brady Law (84 KB) | The purpose of this letter is to advise Federal firearms licensees in New Mexico of their responsibilities under the permanent provisions of the Brady law. | Firearms | Open Letter |
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Open Letter Federal Firearms Licensees Ready Ability (238 KB) |
The purpose of this open letter is to remind all Federal firearms licensees (FFL) of their ready ability to enhance public safety and assist law enforcement by encouraging and facilitating transfers of firearms between private individuals through their businesses. | Firearms | Open Letter |
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Michigan-Mar2004-Open Letter-Michigan Concealed Pistol Permit Not an Alternative to NICS (75 KB) |
This open letter provides guidance regarding the use of a State of Michigan issued Concealed Pistol Permit (CPP, but commonly referred to as a CCW) and a License to Purchase a Pistol as alternatives to NICS background check.
| Firearms | Open Letter |
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Colorado-Mar1999-Open Letter-Correction Notice-Colorado Bureau of Investigation Ceases Operations as NICS Point of Contact (96 KB) |
The Colorado Bureau of Investigation will cease its operations as the NICS point of contact on March 31, 1999. Therefore, beginning April 1, 1999, in order to initiate a NICS check for any firearm, Colorado licensees must contact the FBI’s NICS Operations Center. | Firearms | Open Letter |
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Nevada-Jan2006-Open Letter-Nevada’s Carry Concealed Weapon (CCW) Permits Again Qualify as Alternative to NICS Check (102 KB) |
The purpose of this letter is to advise you of an important change to the procedure you may follow beginning January 5, 2006. On this day, Nevada’s Carry Concealed Weapon (CCW) permit will again qualify as an alternative to a National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) check. Accordingly, the October 17, 2005 Open Letter to Nevada Federal Firearms Licensees (FFLs) is superseded. | Firearms | Open Letter |