Revising Non-Over-the-Counter Firearms Transaction Requirements

An FFL (Federal Firearms Licensee) opposes the proposed changes to non-over-the-counter firearms transaction requirements. The commenter argues that the changes would hinder the detection of straw purchases, favor large retailers with significant infrastructure, and create security risks regarding delivery reliability and theft.

The General Board of Church and Society of the United Methodist Church opposes the proposed rule, arguing that online firearm transactions remove the ability of Federal Firearm Licensees to identify suspicious behavior and straw purchasers. They state that the policy puts communities at risk and contradicts their mission to promote peace and safety.

Sports, Inc., a national buying group for independent firearms dealers, opposes the proposed rule to eliminate restrictions against non-over-the-counter firearms transfers to unlicensed persons. They argue that the change would jeopardize the integrity of the firearms industry, harm local businesses, and increase the risk of illegal purchases.

Rex Majors of Buck & Doe's Mercantile opposes the proposal, arguing that it will harm small businesses and undermine the integrity of firearms transactions. He emphasizes the importance of human judgment over automated systems and expresses concern that the proposal would facilitate illegal sales to criminals.

A firearms dealer opposes the proposed rule allowing direct shipping of guns, arguing it will harm small local shops and increase the risk of straw purchases. The commenter expresses concern over the lack of oversight in web checks and the new costs imposed on buyers.

A local gun shop owner in Ohio opposes the proposed rule, arguing that direct shipping will harm small businesses and increase the risk of straw purchases. The commenter contends that face-to-face transactions are necessary for proper screening, safety education, and preventing illegal sales.

A firearm dealer in South Carolina opposes the proposed rule, arguing that it will harm small local shops and increase the risk of straw purchases by removing face-to-face interactions. The commenter requests the removal of provisions for direct shipping of standard firearms to protect local businesses.

The commenter, a small gun store owner in Miami, AZ, opposes the proposed revision because it would eliminate in-person sales and safety instructions. They argue that online direct-to-door purchases remove human judgment from the transaction and would threaten the survival of small businesses.

An FFL dealer with over 40 years of experience opposes the proposed revisions, arguing that they will facilitate straw purchases and criminal activity while creating a monopoly for large retailers. The commenter asserts that the current system is effective and that the proposed changes would undermine existing law enforcement cooperation.