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Kansas Firearm Bill of Sale

Create your Kansas firearm bill of sale with our attorney-drafted template that lets you legally record a gun sale and ownership transfer.

Updated March 17, 2023 | Legally reviewed by Susan Chai, Esq.

A Kansas Firearm Bill of Sale is a document a firearm owner uses to legally sell a firearm to another party or individual. 

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What is a Kansas Firearm Bill of Sale Form?

A Kansas firearm bill of sale is a document that proves a gun purchase and transfer. It is a form that mitigates risk for the seller and buyer.

Creating a Kansas firearm bill of sale can protect both parties by proving that the transaction happened.

A firearm bill of sale is a document used to record a gun’s purchase and ownership transfer. The sale of a personal firearm usually does not carry the same liability as a dealer or purchasing at a gun show.

It is the seller’s responsibility to NOT allow the sale of a firearm to a convicted felon.

What Are the Requirements for Selling a Firearm in Kansas?

Kansas has minimal requirements for selling firearms.

Private Parties Selling Firearms in Kansas

Anyone legally allowed to own a firearm in Kansas can sell and buy firearms.

Does the Law in Kansas Require a Firearm Bill of Sale?

Kansas does not require a firearm bill of sale. However, it’s still useful to have.

A bill of sale proves the legitimacy of a firearm purchase and ownership, protecting the buyer and seller alike.

Firearm Inheritance Laws in Kansas

Kansas does not require firearms to be registered, even if you inherit one from a relative.

Documents Needed to Complete a Firearm Bill of Sale in Kansas

Since a firearm bill of sale is not required in Kansas, there are no required documents.

However, if you create a bill of sale for the sales transaction, you should ask for both parties’ valid Kansas driver’s licenses or identification cards.

Additional Kansas Firearm Laws

You must keep the following Kansas firearm laws in mind when selling a firearm.

Who Cannot Purchase a Firearm in Kansas?

People under 18 cannot purchase a firearm with a barrel less than 12 inches long in Kansas. 

Kan. Stat. § 21-6301 also prohibits any person from purchasing a firearm if they:

  • Use and are addicted to a controlled substance
  • Have been involuntarily committed for mental illness or alcohol or substance abuse
  • Are a fugitive from justice
  • Are an undocumented person who is unlawfully in the United States
  • Have been convicted of a domestic violence misdemeanor offense within the last five years
  • Have used a firearm to commit a “person felony” (a felony committed upon or against a person, such as rape, homicide, kidnapping, or battery)

Does Kansas Have a Waiting Period for Firearm Sales?

No, Kansas does not have a waiting period for firearm sales.

Can You Buy a Gun in Kansas Without Registering It?

Yes, you can buy a gun in Kansas without registering it.

Does a Firearm Bill of Sale Have to Be Notarized in Kansas?

There is no requirement to notarize a firearm bill of sale.

However, you should notarize your firearm bill of sale for an added layer of authenticity and to protect yourself from fraud.

Is a Record of Firearms sent to Police in Kansas?

No, a record of firearms is not required in Kansas.

Concealed and Open Carry Laws in Kansas

After Kansas passed House Bill 2058 in 2021, anyone 21 or over may conceal carry a firearm without a permit.

Individuals aged 18 to 20 must have a valid Kansas Concealed Carry Handgun License (CCHL) to carry concealed in Kansas.

The state is a permitless carry state for those over 18 for open carry.

How to Apply to Conceal Carry a Firearm in Kansas

Although you do not need a permit to conceal carry a firearm in Kansas if you are 21 or over, you should register for a Kansas CCHL if you plan to carry and use your gun outside Kansas.

You can apply for a Kansas CCHL by:

  1. Completing a firearm training course
  2. Reading the Kansas Personal and Family Protection Act
  3. Completing the CCHL application
  4. Taking the completed application and the following to the Sheriff’s Office in your county of residence:
    • A check of $100.00 payable to the Office of the Attorney General and a check of $32.50 payable to the Sheriff of the applicant’s county of residence
    • Proof of sufficient handgun training
    • A 2″ × 2″ passport-style color photograph of yourself taken within the last 30 days
    • A photocopy of your Kansas identification card or driver’s license

If you are 18 to 20 years old, you will receive a Provisional Concealed Carry License. You will receive a standard CCHL if you are 21 or older. (Kan. Stat. § 75-7c04)

Kansas Firearm Reciprocity

According to Kan. Stat. § 75-7c03, Kansas recognizes permits from other states, but only if the holder is not a Kansas resident.

Currently, all states recognize the Kansas CCHL except for the following:

  • California
  • Connecticut
  • Hawaii
  • Illinois
  • Maryland
  • Massachusetts
  • New Jersey
  • New York
  • Oregon
  • Rhode Island

How to Write a Firearm Bill of Sale in Kansas

If you want to create a Kansas firearm bill of sale, follow these steps to get started:

Step 1 – Conduct a Background Check

Kansas does not require background checks for gun sales. However, a background check will minimize the risk of selling your firearm to someone who should not have a firearm.

Per Kan. Stat. § 21-6301, it is illegal to sell a firearm to someone who is prohibited from purchasing or owning firearms in Kansas.

Step 2 – Meet with a Potential Buyer

Arrange an in-person meeting with a potential buyer to check their ID and verify they are from Kansas.

You cannot sell a firearm across state lines without sending it to a licensed firearm dealer for a state background check.

Step 3 – Ask for a Kansas Concealed Carry Handgun License (CCHL)

To minimize the risk of selling to someone who should not have a firearm, ask the buyer for a valid Kansas Concealed Carry Handgun License (CCHL).

Buyers with CCHLs are likelier to be trustworthy since getting a CCHL requires a background check and firearm training.

Step 4 – Complete a Firearm Bill of Sale Form

The next step is to complete and sign a firearm bill of sale.

Remember to include the full names of the seller and buyer, the date of purchase, a complete description of the firearm being sold, and how much money was paid for the transaction.

Both parties need to sign the bill of sale and consider getting the signatures notarized.

Summary

Kansas does not require firearm owners to use a bill of sale when selling their firearm to another person. However, firearm owners and buyers should use a firearm bill of sale to protect themselves and record the transaction.

Many gun owners create firearm bills of sale from scratch. However, that can take a lot of energy and time, especially when you have never done it before.

Consider using LegalTemplates’ firearm bill of sale builder to speed up the process.

Kansas Firearm Bill of Sale Sample

Below is an example of what a Kansas firearm bill of sale looks like.

kansas firearm bill of sale