- Messages
- 166
- Reactions
- 15
Follow along with the video below to see how to install our site as a web app on your home screen.
Note: This feature may not be available in some browsers.
What are the legalitis for a private firearm sale in WA? I've been told that a simple bill of sale is all that is necessary but I've also been told that the buyer must have a CCP?
Or the other side, as the buyer, you need to CYA - either the gun could be stolen, or the seller could have second thoughts and report the gun stolen. Not saying that anyone here would, but I'm sure it's happened out there somewhere.
Guys I use to have LOTS of guns without paperwork. Then a Tacoma cop friend of mine who had a break in 8 years prior finally noticed that one of his hide outs guns was missing. For 8 years there was a gun out there not reported stolen.
I call all used guns I am buying into the local police and don't buy if it comes back as stolen. Now imagine getting pulled over for speeding and you tell the cop of your concealed handgun. He runs the numbers and low and behold you are now a felon!
Also keep in mind not all states allow private sale.
Guys I use to have LOTS of guns without paperwork. Then a Tacoma cop friend of mine who had a break in 8 years prior finally noticed that one of his hide outs guns was missing. For 8 years there was a gun out there not reported stolen.
I call all used guns I am buying into the local police and don't buy if it comes back as stolen. Now imagine getting pulled over for speeding and you tell the cop of your concealed handgun. He runs the numbers and low and behold you are now a felon!
Also keep in mind not all states allow private sale.
Everyone has their own way of doing things. I have been carring a concealled pistol for almost 20 years now and also carried in the army as an infantryman, that makes it close to 25 years. It is up to you if you want to trust somebody on their word. I USE TO. Not anymore. I will not buy without at least a bill of sale and a call to the local police dept. It is a buyer be warned market out there. I work the gun shows and I know of someone who is tracking down the seller of a stolen pistol at the Little Eagle casino show. As of now he is out the cost of a used Glock. Now who do you trust???Your story has NOTHING to do with this topic. Also, your Tacoma cop friend was an idiot for either not knowing everywhere he had stashed weapons or not checking on them and doing an inventory.
Not true...the law does not require a CWP to make a private purchase In Washington state. Alot of times the person selling the gun will ask for a CWP or a WAC membership, something to cover there butt. You are not even required to have a bill of sale. But...now days it is very wise to cover your a$$ in case that firearm ends up in a crime. You can tell the authorities that you sold it to this person. At the bare minimum I would want to see a valid drivers license and write down there driver license number and address with a full name.
I've found a buyer for a handgun I'm trying to sell. The buyer is 19. I plan to fill out a private party transfer form for the gun. Anyone know where I can find the laws regarding this ? I think HG buyer must be 21, but not sure.