Videos tagged with Form 4473

This video explains how the government tracks gun owners, focusing on the digital transition of Form 4473 records. It highlights that while laws like the Firearm Owners Protection Act of 1986 and the Brady Act of 1993 aim to prevent a federal gun registry, the digitalization of background check forms and ATF record-keeping practices may be creating one. The speaker emphasizes that gun stores are required to retain these forms, and the ATF can audit them, leading to concerns about privacy and potential misuse of data.

This video discusses concerns raised by Gun Owners of America (GOA) Senior Vice President Eric Pratt during testimony before the U.S. Senate regarding the potential existence of an illegal federal gun registry maintained by the ATF. Pratt alleges the ATF has amassed nearly 1 billion gun owner records, with 94% in digital format, which he argues constitutes registration in violation of federal law and poses a significant threat to Second Amendment rights, potentially leading to confiscation. Senator Josh Hawley's questioning highlights the dangers of such a database, drawing parallels to historical confiscation events.

This video debunks the narrative that universal background checks are not currently in place for firearm purchases in the United States. The speaker asserts that regardless of the state, all firearm purchases from licensed dealers require a background check, typically involving the completion of ATF Form 4473 and a check through the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS). The video highlights that this process can result in immediate approval, a delay for further review, or denial, and that some states impose waiting periods.

This video discusses the legal framework surrounding gun ownership in the US, specifically the Firearm Owners Protection Act of 1986 and the Brady Act of 1993. It highlights concerns that the digitalization of Form 4473s and NICS background check data may be creating a de facto gun registry, potentially violating these laws. The speaker, with an implied understanding of firearms regulations, advises viewers to be aware of how their gun ownership information is being tracked and stored digitally.

This video discusses the Gun Owners of America's (GOA) stance on the ATF's firearm transaction record retention policies. GOA advocates for the complete deletion of the ATF's gun registry, arguing that permanent record retention and the existence of out-of-business records facilitate a de facto gun registry, which they believe infringes on Second Amendment rights. The video highlights the potential for a Trump administration rule to reverse the Biden-era mandate for permanent record keeping by gun dealers and urges for a zero-year retention period for ATF-maintained records.

This guide outlines the straightforward process for acquiring a firearm suppressor in the United States. It details the steps from creating an ATF Eforms account to submitting personal information and fingerprints through a licensed dealer, and finally completing the necessary paperwork upon ATF approval. The video emphasizes the relative ease and speed of the process, with approvals sometimes occurring within hours.

This video outlines the straightforward process of legally acquiring a firearm suppressor in the USA. It details the steps from creating an ATF eForms account to submitting personal information and fingerprints through a dealer, awaiting ATF approval, and completing the final paperwork. The process is presented as surprisingly quick and easy, with one example showing approval in under 5 days.

This video discusses potential changes to ATF record-keeping policies, specifically regarding the destruction of Form 4473 and NICS background check records after 20 years. The speaker expresses concern that these records could be used to facilitate future gun bans by enabling a 'reverse trace' to identify firearm owners. While a temporary rule allowing destruction was introduced and rescinded in 2022, the speaker believes it may be reintroduced.

This video, presented by an authoritative expert, details critical legal considerations for senior firearm owners. It covers potential pitfalls such as the conflict between state medical marijuana laws and federal regulations, the implications of Red Flag Laws, and the complexities of transferring NFA items. The expert also discusses legal strategies for assisted living facilities, the illegality of straw purchases, and the benefits of antique firearm exemptions.

Colion Noir, an expert in firearms and constitutional law, debunks the myth that purchasing a firearm is easy. He details the complexities of the background check process, highlighting how it hinders law-abiding citizens while criminals circumvent legal channels. The video emphasizes the importance of the Second Amendment for self-defense and community protection, advocating for stricter penalties on illegal possession rather than increased burdens on legal owners.

This video critically examines the ATF's record-keeping practices, particularly concerning Form 4473 data from out-of-business gun shops. The speaker, demonstrating high authority in firearms law commentary, argues that the digitization and storage of these records, even if not directly searchable by name, effectively create a de facto registry. This practice raises significant privacy concerns for law-abiding gun owners and is presented as a driver for interest in unregulated 'ghost guns' and private firearm builds. The video calls for legislative action to limit the ATF's record-keeping mandate.

This video from Gun Owners of America (GOA) details the ATF's alleged illegal gun registry, focusing on the digitization of Form 4473 records and the implications for Second Amendment rights. GOA's investigation, including FOIA requests and a published report, is highlighted, alongside congressional testimony and historical parallels to confiscation. The video advocates for legislative solutions like the 'No Registry Rights Act' to combat these developments.