Components of a FFLGuard SiteVisit
Reviews
A&D Bound Book Review – FFLGuard will select a random sample of acquisition and disposition (A&D) entries and review each part and piece of the data for compliance.
Form 4473 Review – Our experts will select a random sample of ATF Form 4473s and review the data and execution for compliance.
Inventory Review – We’ll take a look at your onsite inventory and processes and provide feedback for best practices.
Report & Findings
Overall Feedback – FFLGuard will provide a report with expert feedback regarding overall operations, compliance and status of business versus trends in the firearms industry.
Remediation Advice – Our Team will provide instructions regarding the recommended process for remediation of any detected issues.
Prevention Guidance – Learn from our Team of experts best practices for preventing issues before violations occur, which can lead to loss of your license.
Cost: $1,500 per Day Plus Travel
Optional Additional Services
Remediation Plan – FFLGuard’s experts will provide a written plan for remediating issues detected including assisting with any regulatory self reporting.
Software Selection & Implementation – FFLGuard‘s experts will assist you with understanding available software specific to your business operations, making a selection to support your needs, and providing guidance for best practices for implementation, up to and including project management.
Onsite Training – Prepare your team with engaging onsite training from FFLGuard‘s team of ATF experts.
Frequently Asked Questions
An ATF violation refers to any failure to comply with federal laws and regulations enforced by ATF. These violations can occur during firearm sales, manufacturing, storage, recordkeeping, and background check compliance. Common ATF violations include:
- Failing to maintain accurate A&D records
- Selling a firearm to a prohibited person
- Failing to conduct or properly document a background check
- Improper storage of firearms or explosives
- Violating Federal Firearms License requirements
Violations may result in warnings, fines, license revocation, or even criminal charges, depending on severity. The ATF routinely conducts compliance inspections to ensure licensees follow federal firearm laws.
The ATF regulates alcohol, tobacco, firearms, and explosives, so they have the authority to seize and forfeit firearms, ammunition, and explosives involved in violation of law. An ATF violation can result in the loss of your license, which is why it’s important to make sure you’re always prepared for an inspection.
Under federal law, the ATF is authorized to conduct one warrantless routine compliance inspection per year for each FFL. However, not all licensees are inspected annually. New FFLs often receive an initial inspection shortly after licensing, and those with past violations may be prioritized for follow-up reviews.