by Ryan Cleckner | Aug 3, 2026 | ATF, FFL
A Type 7 FFL is one of 9 types of Federal Firearm Licenses which allows the FFL holder to manufacture firearms and ammunition as a business. The Type 7 FFL is commonly called the “manufacturer’s FFL,” however, there are technically three different types of...
by Ryan Cleckner | Aug 2, 2026 | FFL, State
A growing number of people across the nation want to serve their communities as Federal Firearms License (FFL) holders. These FFL holders are allowed by federal law to handle the selling and distribution of firearms and ammo, NFA items, and FFL transfers through their...
by Ryan Cleckner | Aug 1, 2026 | ATF, FFL
The ATF Form 4473 is the “Firearms Transaction Record” used by Federal Firearms Licensees (FFLs) whenever they sell or transfer a gun to a customer. I’m a firearms attorney that specializes in ATF/FFL compliance under federal law and I’ve helped thousands...
by Ryan Cleckner | Aug 1, 2026 | ATF, FFL
If you have an unwanted firearm in your possession and aren’t sure what to do with it, we’ll walk you through the legal options available for disposing of it safely and responsibly. There are four main ways to legally get rid of your unwanted gun: Give /...
by Ryan Cleckner | Jul 31, 2026 | FFL, State
If you’re thinking about getting a Federal Firearms License (FFL) in Texas so that you can be a gun manufacturer or firearms dealer (even from your home) in the lone-star state, then you’re in the right place. Most of the requirements for obtaining an FFL...
by Ryan Cleckner | Jul 30, 2026 | ATF, FFL
Today, the ATF released an overview of the inspection process for FFLs who are also Department of Defense Contractors. You can view/download the ATF Inspection Process for DOD Contractors, or read it in full below. NOTE: This process is similar to, but different from,...