Revising Non-Over-the-Counter Firearms Transaction Requirements

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.

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.

The commenter opposes the proposed rule allowing direct shipping of standard firearms to buyers' homes. They argue that the rule harms small local dealers who cannot compete with large online sellers and that in-person transactions are safer for identifying straw buyers.

The commenter opposes the proposed revision to non-over-the-counter firearms transaction requirements, arguing that it will lead to gunstore closures and remove valuable local safety training and screening. They express concern that relying on the ATF for screening will increase mistakes and endanger communities.

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, a small business owner and Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL), opposes the proposed regulation because it would remove the requirement for FFLs to review sales for red flags. They argue that these requirements are essential to their business model and to ensuring that firearms are only sold to qualified individuals.

The commenter opposes the proposed rule because they believe it allows for online gun sales without the oversight of local shop owners. They argue that the change will decrease public safety and harm small local businesses by favoring large online retailers.

A small business owner and licensed firearms dealer opposes the proposed rule, arguing it would harm local retailers by shifting business to large online sellers. The commenter contends that remote identity verification is not a substitute for in-person transactions and that the rule imposes extra costs on consumers without sufficient justification.

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 firearms dealer in North Carolina opposes the proposed rule, arguing that video calls cannot replace in-person judgment and that the rule will harm small shops while favoring large online retailers. The commenter requests the removal of provisions for direct shipping of standard firearms to maintain the role of local dealers.