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There is no practical way for a private citizen to do this- but dealing with a licensed gun dealer is a good way to go. Information, such as serial numbers of stolen firearms, etc, are on a database that is not available to a non-police officer.

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Is a background check required to buy a clip for a gun?

No. However, if you cannot pass a background check, it is illegal for you to possess a gun or ammunition for a gun.


Are all gun retailers required to do a background check before selling a gun to the purchaser of a gun?

Yes, with the exception of some people that have a type of gun license where they have already had a background check.Yes. With the exception of people that have already had a background check, all dealers are required by Federal law to conduct a background check.


Why do you have to have a gun background check?

In the US, it is illegal for some people to own a gun- convicted felons, persons that are mentally incompetent, etc. The background check is to insure that you are not a prohibited person.


What information will a background check look for?

A background check can look for a variety of information, such as criminal records, employment history, credit history, education verification, and references. The specific details that are included in a background check can vary depending on the purpose of the check and the depth of the investigation.


What is the number to the gun background check?

You have to have an account for it to do you any good.


Does criminal background check include parents history?

No, a criminal background check typically only includes information about an individual's own criminal history. Information about a person's parents' criminal history is not usually included in a standard criminal background check.


Is a background check required to shoot at a gun range in Virginia?

No. A background check is required to purchase a firearm from a dealer. If you are renting a firearm to use at a range, they may choose to run a background check.


Do you need a background check for a black powder gun in OK?

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Can you find out when background checks were done when you bought a gun?

Any time you purchase a firearm from a dealer, Federal law requires that the dealer must run a background check at that time. The exception is that certain states issue a concealed weapons license that ALSO requires a background check- proof of licensing takes the place of a background check. So if you bought a gun from a dealer, you have had a background check made.


Will your traffic warrant show up on a federal background check?

A federal background check will show all criminal history.


Can an employer request to see if you have been arrested on a background check?

Yes. A criminal history is a standard portion of a background check.


Background check blackpowder gun Idaho?

http://www.state.id.us/laws_rules/firearm.html