Background Check When Seller Is Not a Licensed Dealer
Florida Constitution Article VIII, § 5(b): Background checks are not required by the state. However, county governments have the authority to require background checks and a 3- to 5-day waiting period for private firearms transfers (holders of concealed carry permits are exempt from any such county requirements).
Additional Regulations on Private Gun Sales
Fla. Statutes § 790.065: May not knowingly transfer a firearm to anyone who is prohibited by federal law.
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Follow these common sense rules to help avoid getting scammed:
- Deal locally and transact in person - This will help you avoid almost all scams
- Never send Cashiers Checks or Money Orders to sellers
- Never wire money via Western Union, Money-gram, or other wire services
- Never accept Cashiers Checks or Money Orders as they can be easily faked
- Never give out financial information
- Avoid deals involving shipping or escrow services
- If a deal is too good to be true, it probably is
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