Handgun transfer from out of state relative

[vandrv]

My son lives in Florida, and would like to give me several of his handguns. I'm not sure exactly what is involved here. I assume this would probably have to go through an FFL, correct? Any explanation of how to go about this would be appreciated. I do own several handguns, but all were purchased before all the new laws went into effect. How does this impact the transfer? thanks for any information.

 

[NateIU10]

Do you have your HQL? Are you a designated collector?

Must go through an FFL.

 

[vandrv]

I do not have and HQL, but do have a collectors permit. So I would have to get an HQL before any transfers? Also how many guns could be transferred to me at once? Thanks again for any information.

Do you have your HQL? Are you a designated collector?

Must go through an FFL.

 

[Rack&Roll]

With an HQL and MD Collector status you can process all of them through an FFL in one visit.

Your son will be working with an FFL on his end and that FFL will provide those docs to whomever accepts your transfers here.

 

[vandrv]

Thanks for this. I guess I will start trying to figure out what I need to do to get an HQL.

With an HQL and MD Collector status you can process as all of them through an FFL in one visit.

Your son will be working with an FFL on his end and thst FFL will provide those docs to whomever accepts your transfers here.

 

[NateIU10]

Get livescan prints done. Use a handgun you own as a training exemption. Do the MSP application on their website. Wait for the HQL in the mail.

 

[Biggfoot44]

Strictly speaking your son doesn't need to use an FFL on his end , and can ship directly to your FFL . Check first with your FFL , as not all FFL's care to accept shipments from individuals. Also have your son do a price check for FFL fees in his area and shipping costs, FFL fees are low enough , might come out ahead.

And if the handguns your son are sending are mfg pre-1965 , or otherwise C&R elibable , you will NOT need an HQL ( but still need FFL and submit 77R ).

With your Designated Collector status , you can receive all the guns in a single *Transaction* , but with the 7 day waiting period , will still require an minimum of two physical visits , and probably an initial visit to discuss things with FFL to be on same page before your son sends them.

 

[myright]

Get livescan prints done. Use a handgun you own as a training exemption. Do the MSP application on their website. Wait for the HQL in the mail.

 

[Rack&Roll]

My hat is off to biggfoot44 for clarifying any clarification left un-clarified by me

Seriously, he is right that you can "process" a batch of shootin' irons in one visit but must return to get them after you "cool off " for 8 days. And I always forget about how groovy it is to acquire a pre-1965 firearm without a Handgun Mother May I license.

 

[rico903]

It's very expensive to ship hand guns as they have to go over nite. If your son is coming to MD he can bring the guns and you guys can do the transfers at a local FFL all at once after you get your HQL and collectors letter.

 

[vandrv]

Thanks guys for all the info. I do appreciate it. At least now I know what is involved, so we can get started.

 

[BigDaddy]

My son hasn't offered me any of his guns, but if he did what would i do with them? Sell them, .....probably not. If it's something I am itching to sell or trade, he can keep it. Give them/will them to his brother? That doesn't seem very good for sibling rivalry.

When I am finished shooting here on earth, he is going to get them back.

He could leave these at your house until it's time to take them home. Sort of like grand children. You are responsible for the care and feeding while they are your place.

If that's illegal, could someone tell my son to get his wake board, college texts and overhead projector out of my house?

 

[ShafTed]

Another question, if the some or all of the son's handguns are >50 years old (or otherwise qualify as C&R) could the OP not get a C&R FFL and receive them directly from either his son or the son's FFL (after sending the FFL a copy of his C&R license)? Just thinking here.