Revising Non-Over-the-Counter Firearms Transaction Requirements

A federally licensed firearms dealer opposes the proposed expansion of non-over-the-counter (NOTC) firearm transfers. The commenter argues that face-to-face interactions are essential for dealers to exercise professional judgment in identifying straw purchases and trafficking, which remote transactions cannot replicate.

The commenter, representing a small firearm business, opposes the proposed revision because it removes the face-to-face interaction necessary to vet transactions and prevent straw purchases. They argue the change will create regulatory confusion in certain states and negatively impact foot traffic and sales.

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.

The commenter opposes the proposed rule because they believe it removes the personal oversight provided by local shops and replaces rigorous background checks with less stringent requirements for direct shipping. They request that the rule be amended to strike the direct-shipping provisions for standard firearms.

A licensed firearm dealer in Wisconsin opposes the proposed rule, arguing that it harms local brick-and-mortar shops by favoring remote sales and direct shipping. The commenter expresses concern over the lack of a viable model for identity providers and the potential for increased costs to buyers and job losses for small dealers.

The commenter opposes the proposed rule, arguing that it favors large online retailers over small local gun shops and replaces human judgment with automated processes. They specifically request that the rule be struck down regarding the direct shipping of standard firearms.

The commenter opposes the proposed direct-shipping rules for firearms, arguing that they will harm local gun dealers and reduce the effectiveness of face-to-face safety checks. They advocate for maintaining current requirements that favor local shop interactions over online sales.

The commenter opposes the proposed rule allowing direct-to-door shipping of firearms, arguing that it will harm local gun shops and compromise public safety by removing face-to-face interactions. They express concern over the costs passed to buyers and the potential for firearms to reach the wrong hands without the "personal touch" of a physical store.

A local gun shop owner in Louisiana opposes the proposed rule, arguing that face-to-face transactions are necessary to identify safety issues and straw buyers. The commenter expresses concern that the rule will harm small local businesses in favor of large online retailers and impose unnecessary fees on buyers.