How to Sell a Gun in Rhode Island

Published On:
December 2, 2024
Updated On:
September 27, 2024
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General Questions & Answers

Is it legal to sell a gun in Rhode Island?

Yes, it is legal to sell a gun in Rhode Island, but there are stipulations. A private gun seller can conduct business only with a buyer who has a valid purchase permit. Moreover, they must observe a seven-day waiting period between completing the financial transaction and delivering the firearm to the buyer. The transaction must be processed through an FFL.

Can you buy a gun in Rhode Island without a license?

No, you can’t. In order to purchase a handgun, a buyer must have a Rhode Island License to Carry Concealed Weapons (LCCW) or obtain a “blue card” from the RI Department of Environmental Management.

Can someone from out of state sell a gun in Rhode Island?

When a private individual, rather than a gun store, sells a firearm to someone residing in another state, the transfer must be facilitated by a federally licensed firearm dealer in the buyer's state of residence. The fees associated with this process can vary depending on the specific FFL (Federal Firearms License) involved.

Do you need a federally-issued ID to buy a gun in Rhode Island?

Yes, you need a valid government-issued photo ID to purchase a firearm in Rhode Island. This is generally necessary for the completion of the background check.

What do you need to sell firearms in Rhode Island?

In Rhode Island, private sales of firearms require the assistance of a federally licensed dealer (FFL). The seller and buyer meet at the FFL's premises, where the buyer completes a background check. If the check is successful, the dealer will facilitate the transaction and maintain records, as required by law. 

Does a gun bill of sale have to be notarized in Rhode Island?

Rhode Island did not require gun bills of sale to be notarized. 

What is the process to buy a gun in Rhode Island?

All prospective firearms purchasers in Rhode Island must complete and sign an application form which the seller must send to the state police or local chief of police for the background check. The police authority has seven days to verify that the applicant's background meets state requirements.

What documents I need to buy a gun in Rhode Island?

A blue card or hunter education card is needed to purchase both a handgun and any ammunition. Possession of a Pistol/Revolver Safety Certificate, also known as the "blue card," is a required document as part of the process to purchase a handgun and/or ammunition in Rhode Island.

What are the rules for gun ownership in Rhode Island?

In Rhode Island, individuals must obtain a license to carry a concealed handgun (CCW) in public. Background checks are required for all firearm sales, including private transactions. The minimum age to purchase and possess firearms is 18 for long guns and 21 for handguns. Certain individuals, such as convicted felons and those with domestic violence convictions, are prohibited from possessing firearms. Assault weapons and large-capacity magazines are banned, with exceptions for those who possessed them before the ban.

Are Rhode Island gun laws strict?

Rhode Island has strict gun laws.

How much does it cost to transfer a gun in Rhode Island?

When a private individual, rather than a gun store, sells a firearm to someone residing in another state, the transfer must be facilitated by a federally licensed firearm dealer in the buyer's state of residence. The fees associated with this process can vary depending on the specific FFL (Federal Firearms License) involved.

Does Rhode Island allow private gun sales?

Yes, you can sell a gun privately in Rhode Island, but the sale must be conducted through a Federal Firearms License (FFL) holder. In Rhode Island, individuals who want to acquire firearms are generally required to complete a specific application form when purchasing or acquiring a firearm from any person, including non-licensed gun dealers.

Who can't own a gun in Rhode Island?

In Rhode Island, it is illegal to own or possess if a person: Has been convicted of a crime of violence. Is a fugitive from justice. Has entered a plea of "no contest" to, or been convicted of, a felony domestic violence offense or specific misdemeanor domestic violence offense.

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