Rules Regulations Library
| Document Type | Title and Description | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Open Letter | 2004 - December - All FFLs - Establishment of the National Instant Criminal Background Check System Voluntary Appeal File
The purpose of this letter is to inform Federal firearms licensees that the Federal Bureau of Investigation's (FBI) National Instant Criminal Background Check System's (NICS) Voluntary Appeal File (VAF) has been established. Published/Revised: |
Firearms |
| Open Letter | 2003 - November - Washington - Washington Concealed Weapons Permits No Longer Valid Alternative to NICS Checks
The open letter is to inform all Washington State federal firearms licensees that as of Nov. 30, 2003, all the grandfathered permits will have expired, and Washington FFLs may longer accept a Washington concealed weapons permit as an alternative to a NICS check. Published/Revised: |
Firearms |
| Open Letter | 2004 - October - National - Improperly Destroyed Russian GP-30 Grenade Launcher
The letter provides information on ATF's findings with regards to the improperly destroyed Russian GP-30 grenade launcher, which is classified as a destructive device.
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Firearms |
| Open Letter | 2004 - September - All FFLs - Expiration of the Ban on the Importation of SAWs and LCAFDs
This open letter is to advise the import community of the provisions of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 that no longer apply to the manufacture, transfer and possession of semiautomatic assault weapons (SAWs) and to transfer and possess large capacity ammunition feeding devices (LCAFDs).
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Firearms |
| Ruling | 2004-5 - Mini-gun Ruling
The 7.62mm Aircraft Machine Gun, identified in the U.S. military inventory as the "M-134" (Army), "GAU-2B/A" (Air Force), and "GAU-17/A" (Navy), is a machinegun as defined by 26 U.S.C. 5845(b). Rev. Rul. 55-528 modified.
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Firearms |
| Open Letter | 2004 - July - All FFLs - Third Anniversary of September 11 Attack
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. Published/Revised: |
Firearms |
| Open Letter | 2004 - July - All FELs - ATF Director Letter to Explosives Industry to Be Aware and Be Secure
The purpose of this open letter is to advise Federal explosives industry licensees and permittees to remain diligent in security and protection of their explosives inventory. Published/Revised: |
Firearms |
| Ruling | 2004-3 - Locking Requirements for Indoor Type 4 Storage Magazines
ATF provides guidance on three different private roads and whether they are "highways" as defined in 27 CFR 555.11.
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Explosives |
| Open Letter | 2004 - May - All FFLs - Importation of Articles Added by the Amendment to Annex A of the VRA
A decision was agreed upon to amend Annex A of the Voluntary Restraint Agreement (VRA) by adding 74 types of firearms to the list. Please note, that even though these 74 firearms have been added to Annex A, ATF will still need to determine the importability of some of these firearms. Published/Revised: |
Firearms |
| Ruling | 2004-2 - Temporary Importation of Firearms Subject to the NFA
Approved alternate method or procedure for importers to use when temporarily importing firearms subject to the NFA, the GCA and the Arms Export Control Act for inspection, testing, calibration, repair, or incorporation into another defense article. Published/Revised: |
Firearms |
| Open Letter | 2004 - March - Michigan - Curbing the Flow of Illegal Crime Guns
The purpose of this letter is to advise you of ATF's continued commitment and strong partnership with the Michigan firearms industry and to request your assistance in combating the illegal traffic and use of firearms.
Published/Revised: |
Firearms |
| Open Letter | 2004 - March - Michigan - All FFLs - Michigan Concealed Pistol Permit Not an Alternative to NICS
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.
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Firearms |
| Open Letter | 2004 - January - All FFLs - Importance of Partnerships Between ATF and the Firearms Industry
This open letter discusses the importance of the partnerships that have been established between ATF and the firearms industry and to reinforce our joint responsibilities under the Gun Control Act (GCA). Published/Revised: |
Firearms |
| Open Letter | 2003 - November - All FFLs - Procedural Guidance Regarding the Handling of ATF Form 4473 After a Firearms Transaction
This letter serves to provide federal firearms licensees (FFLs) with procedural guidance regarding the handling of ATF From 4473, Firearms Transaction Record, after a firearm transaction has occurred.
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Firearms |
| Open Letter | 2003 - October - Massachusetts - License to Carry No Longer an Alternative to NICS Check
This open letter is to inform all Massachusetts federal firearms licensees that as of Oct. 21, 2003, all previously grandfathered Massachusetts licenses to carry will have expired.
Published/Revised: |
Firearms |
| Open Letter | 2003 - September - Indiana - Changes to Indiana Background Check Procedures
The purpose of this letter is to advise you of important changes to the procedures Indiana Federal Firearms Licensees (FFLs) must follow beginning Oct. 1, 2003, in order to comply with the Brady Law. It also will advise you of the procedures you will have to follow to comply with Indiana state law.
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Firearms |
| Open Letter | 2003 - June - All FELs - Reminder Regarding the Limited Permit
The purpose of this open letter is to remind federal explosives licensees and permittees to be vigilant during the Fourth of July holiday and provide information regarding the new intrastate limited permit.
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Explosives |
| Ruling | 2003-5 - Distribution of Explosives to Limited Permittees
Distributors distributing explosive materials via common or contract carrier to limited permittees may verify receipt of the materials by telephone, facsimile, email, or other means within three business days of shipment. ATF Form 5400.4 notation requirements.
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Explosives |
| Open Letter | 2003 - May - All FELs - Reminder Regarding Provisions of the Safe Explosives Act
The purpose of this letter is to remind all federal explosives licensees and permittees that the first provisions of the Act went into effect on Jan. 24, 2003, and the remaining provisions go into effect on May 24, 2003.
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Explosives |
| Rulemaking | TD 439: Delegation of Authority in Part 170 - 03–2252 - Jan. 31, 2003
The Homeland Security Act of 2002 transferred certain law enforcement and regulatory functions of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms from the Department of the Treasury to the Department of Justice and changed its name to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives. This rule delegates specific authorities to that Bureau and incorporates it into the structure of the Department of Justice. Published/Revised: |
Workforce and Mission |
| Ruling | 2003-1 - Importation of Browning M1919 Type Receivers for Unrestricted Commercial Sale
An ATF-approved method of destruction for the Browning M1919 type machinegun will result in the severed portions of the receiver being importable for unrestricted commercial sale. Published/Revised: |
Firearms |
| Ruling | 2003-2 - Importation of FN FAL Type Receivers for Unrestricted Commercial Sale
An ATF-approved method of destruction for the FN FAL type machinegun will result in the severed portions of the receiver being importable for unrestricted commercial sale. Published/Revised: |
Firearms |
| Ruling | 2003-4 - Importation of Sten Type Receivers for Unrestricted Commercial Sale
An ATF-approved method of destruction for the Sten type machinegun will result in the severed portions of the receiver being importable for unrestricted commercial sale. Published/Revised: |
Firearms |
| Ruling | 2003-3 - Importation of Heckler & Koch G3 Type Receivers for Unrestricted Commercial Sale
An ATF-approved method of destruction for the Heckler & Koch G3 type machinegun will result in the severed portions of the receiver being importable for unrestricted commercial sale. Published/Revised: |
Firearms |
| Rulemaking | TD 487: Reorganization of Title 27, Code of Federal Regulations - 03–1657 - Jan. 24, 2003
The Homeland Security Act of 2002 divides the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms, Department of the Treasury, into two separate agencies, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) in the Department of Justice, and the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) in the Department of the Treasury. 27 CFR Parts 447, 478 et al. Reorganization of Title 27, Code of Federal Regulations; Final Rule Published/Revised: |
Workforce and Mission |
