Options for Selling Guns in Oakland
Cash for Arms
Cash for Arms offers one of the top ways to sell firearms in Oakland. As FFLs or federally licensed dealers, we provide legal and perfectly compliant sales.
We also do this while offering some of the best prices in the state for used guns. With us, you get an easy three-step process, zero hassle, and the option to sell from home.
Oakland Gun Dealers
Local gun shops also let you sell without worrying about later needing an Oakland gun attorney. Oakland gun stores are FFLs, as are some pawn shops. Many of them also buy used guns.
You have to drive to multiple stores to get your gun appraised, though, and get offers. Local dealers also don’t pay much. Your lowest offers will often come from a gun store in Oakland.
Private Parties
You can sell guns to eligible private parties (non-dealers). They often give you more negotiating flexibility than local dealers. Sales to them are called private gun sales.
They take a lot of effort to find and deal with, though. Try at an Oakland gun show, or ones nearby like the Santa Clara Gun Show. If you don’t mind a longer drive, you can also try the Sacramento and Modesto ones.
Another good place to find them is an Oakland gun club. Nearby ones like United Sportsmen Gun Club at Concord and San Leandro Rifle & Pistol Range work too.
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Oakland Gun Laws
Oakland gun sellers are bound to observe the municipal, county, state, and federal laws.
Note that most of the complications here are for private sales. That’s because when selling to a licensed dealer like Cash for Arms, we handle the legalities for you instead.
If you want the gist of it, jump straight to our notes on Oakland gun sale requirements below. Otherwise, consult this list for more details about the legislation you should know.
- Oakland Municipal Code Gun Ordinances
- California Penal Code Part 6
- ATF list of California firearm laws
- California concealed-carry laws
- California Attorney General firearm FAQs
- Federal Gun Control Act (GCA)
- National Firearms Act (NFA)
Minimum Age
Private buyers should be at least 21 to buy handguns and at least 18 to buy long guns in Oakland (California PC 27510).
ID
Private buyers need to prove their identity and age to buy guns in Oakland. A valid California driver’s license is the standard ID used, but most government-issued photo IDs work.
Proof of Residency
Private buyers should prove California residency to buy a gun in Oakland. A California utility no older than 90 days is fine, as is a deed of California property.
Private Party Transfer
The Private Party Transfer, also called PPT or FFL transfer, is how a gun’s ownership is legally transferred in California. Most private gun sales in Oakland require it (PC 27545, PC 26500).
This is one reason you have to go to a local FFL to process even private gun sales. It costs $10 per transfer.
Buyer Background Check
Private gun buyers in Oakland have to undergo a background check. You start this by going to an FFL with your private buyer and having your buyer fill out a DROS with them.
DROS
The DROS is the Dealer Record of Sale. It’s needed to start the California Bureau of Investigation’s background check.
FFLs charge $37.19 for this service, which you can have your private buyer pay.
Firearm Safety Certificate
The Firearm Safety Certificate is also called the FSC. Oakland private buyers need to present it during the DROS and PPT process unless they’re exempted by PC 31700. Active and honorably retired federal officers are examples of exceptions.
Waiting Period
Los Angeles gun buyers need to observe a waiting period of 240 hours after they pass the background check. This is prescribed by PC 26815.
Buyer Disqualifications
Some people are disqualified from buying guns in Oakland, like convicted fellons. Consult the California and GCA prohibited persons lists to check if your private buyer is disqualified.
Prohibited Items
You can’t sell some guns in Oakland. Check the NFA list for federal prohibitions and PC 30605 for state ones. Examples of the latter are post-2006 .50 BMG rifles.
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Sell Your Gun in Oakland Easily
Now you know how to sell guns in Oakland.
If you want a fuss-free and profitable experience, consider selling to Cash for Arms. Aside from providing an extremely easy sale process, we’re famous for giving sellers great experiences.
In fact, we have a 4.9-star rating despite having more than 1,300 Google Reviews. That’s because we go above and beyond to satisfy gun sellers every single time. You also get free online appraisals, free insured shipping, and constant support. Contact us here or at 904-977-5477!