How to Sell a Gun in Delaware

A comprehensive guide

To legally sell a firearm in Delaware, it's essential to be well-versed in both state and federal laws to guarantee a lawful and seamless sale. This knowledge is vital whether you've been a firearm owner for years or have newly acquired a gun through inheritance. Understanding your legal responsibilities and available options is key to ensuring a compliant transaction.

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Options for Selling a Gun in Delaware

There are numerous options available when considering the sale of firearms in the state of Delaware.

Sell to WeBuyGuns.com

WeBuyGuns.com is a trusted online platform for selling firearms. We offer a straightforward and secure way to legally sell your gun quickly and easily. Simply submit a few details about your firearm, including its make, model, and condition, and we'll provide you with an instant quote.

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Sell to a Local Dealer

Licensed dealers can handle all aspects of the sale, ensuring compliance with all state and federal laws.

Sell Through a Private Transaction

Direct sales to another individual are permitted, but come with specific legal responsibilities, both for the state of Delaware and federally.

State Laws for Selling a Gun in Delaware

Firearm sales in Delaware, particularly private ones, involve navigating intricate state regulations as well as federal laws.

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Identification Requirements

In Delaware, all gun sales (with some exceptions) require a background check. This means buyers will generally need to privide a valid driver’s license or state-issued photo identification.

Waiting Periods

Deleware imposes no waiting period for prospective gun buyers or transfers, but buyers must meet certain criteria in order to be eligible for gun ownership.

Age requirements

House Bill 451 requires that a buyer must be 18 to purchase a shotgun or muzzle loader(including shotgun ammunition) and 21 to purchase a handgun or rifle (including handgun and rifle ammunition).

Background Checks in Private Sales

In Delaware, firearm transfers require a licensed dealer's involvement. Unlicensed individuals must conduct a criminal history background check through a licensed dealer when selling or transferring firearms. Both buyer and seller need to be present at the dealer’s business for this process. More information can be found at the Delaware General Assembly, which provides details and exceptions regarding background checks in Delaware.

Ineligible Persons

Delaware Code Title 11, Section 1448 outlines possession and purchase of deadly weapons by prohibited persons.

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Selling Your Gun — Our Process

The first step is to create an account.

From there you can individually submit the firearms in your collection. This process includes answering a few short questions about each firearm in your collection and uploading a couple photos. We will send you an official offer on your firearms within 24 business hours. You will then have two weeks to decide if our offers are right for you! If you accept our offers, webuyguns.com will provide you with a series of pre-paid shipping labels, which you can use to ship us your gun collection. Once received, we will notify you that you're ready for payment. We will then send you a paper check or ACH direct deposit (your choice). The entire process can take about a week from start to finish. Imagine having your entire collection sold and cash in hand in a week!

Tell Us About Your Gun

Fill out a short form and upload a few photos to help us identify your firearms and their condition. We will be in touch with you throughout the entire process.

We Verify the Make & Models of All Firearms

We review your information and images to assess the condition of your firearms and determine a fair market value.

We Make You an Offer

We will present you with an offer for sale. If you accept the offer, we will provide you with a shipping label and we pay for shipping!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this legal?

Yes. We are a federally licensed firearms dealer located in the state of Indiana. You, the seller, are covered under our license just as you would be if you walked into our store. There are no laws preventing you from selling your firearm to us.
How long are offers good for?

Offers are valid for 14 days.
Can I sell multiple firearms?

Absolutely! Once firearm information has been submitted, you will have the ability to submit additional firearms for review and offers. These firearms will be viewable from your user panel, which you access from your initial offer email.
How do I get paid?

We will either send you a check, or we will issue the funds via a secure ACH direct deposit. During the offer approval process, you will tell us which method of payment you prefer.

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