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Missouri Firearm Bill of Sale

Create a Missouri Firearm Bill of Sale for a precise record of gun ownership transfer and sale.

Updated March 20, 2023 | Legally reviewed by Susan Chai, Esq.

A Missouri Firearm Bill of Sale proves that a firearm was bought and sold in Missouri. Read this guide to start creating one.

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What Is a Missouri Firearm Bill of Sale?

A Missouri firearm bill of sale is a document a gun owner uses to sell a firearm to another person.

Although Missouri law doesn’t require firearm bills of sale, you should use them for transaction record keeping.

What Are the Requirements for Selling a Firearm in Missouri?

Missouri has minimal requirements for selling firearms.

Private Parties Selling Firearms in Missouri

Anyone who can legally own a firearm in Missouri can also sell it. 

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

No, Missouri does not require a firearm bill of sale. However, you should get one to record the transaction and reduce the likelihood of fraud.

Firearm Inheritance Laws in Missouri

Missouri law does not require registering firearms, even if you inherit one from a relative.

Documents Needed to Complete a Firearm Bill of Sale in Missouri

No documents are required since a firearm bill of sale is not required in Missouri.

However, if a firearm bill of sale is used for the sale, then you should gather the seller and buyer’s current Missouri driver’s license or state identification card.

Additional Missouri Firearm Laws

Remember the following Missouri gun laws when completing a Missouri firearm bill of sale.

Who Cannot Purchase a Firearm in Missouri?

According to Revised Statutes of Missouri Section 571.070, an individual cannot possess or purchase a firearm in Missouri if they:

  • Have been convicted of a felony
  • Are a fugitive from justice
  • Are currently adjudged mentally incompetent
  • Are habitually in a drugged or intoxicated condition

Does Missouri Have a Waiting Period for Firearm Sales?

Missouri does not have a waiting period for gun sales.

Can You Buy a Firearm in Missouri Without Registering It?

Yes, you can buy a firearm in Missouri without registering it. 

Does a Firearm Bill of Sale Have To Be Notarized in Missouri?

No, you do not have to notarize a gun bill of sale in Missouri.

However, you should notarize the bill of sale to confirm the parties’ identity and signatures and protect yourself from fraud.

Is a Record of Firearms Sent to Police in Missouri?

No, you do not need to send a record of firearms to the police in Missouri.

Revised Statutes of Missouri Section 571.500 prohibits any federal or state government agency from establishing a firearm registry, database, or record in Missouri.

Concealed and Open Carry Laws in Missouri

Revised Statutes of Missouri Section 21.750 allows permitless open carry for anyone 19 or older who can legally possess a firearm, except in localities that restrict open carry.

Missouri residents with Concealed Carry Permits (CCPs) can carry openly anywhere in the state unless the firearm is intentionally displayed in an angry or threatening manner in the presence of another person and not in necessary self-defense (Revised Statutes of Missouri Section 571.037).

Missouri also allows permitless concealed carry for Missouri residents 19 and over.

According to the Revised Statutes of Missouri Section 571.030, concealed carry is illegal if a person carries the firearm into a place where concealed carry is restricted by law, such as an occupied school or courthouse.

Some exemptions include having a valid endorsement or permit to carry concealed firearms.

How to Apply To Conceal Carry a Firearm in Missouri

CCPs allow you to open and conceal carry in localities that restrict open carry. They also let you use your firearm in states recognizing Missouri’s CCP.

You must be 19 or 18 if you are part of the military or honorably discharged to apply for a Missouri CCP.

Follow these steps to get started:

  1. Take a certified training firearm class. Your county sheriff will give you a list of certified trainers in your area.
  2. Download and complete the permit application form from your county police department’s website. 
  3. Appear in person at your county police department.
  4. Provide valid identification and proof of training from the qualified instructor. 
  5. Pay the amount specified by your county police department.
  6. The county police department will conduct a National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) check. The department will give you your CCP if there is no disqualifying information.

Missouri Firearm Reciprocity

According to Revised Statutes of Missouri Section 571.030, Missouri honors concealed weapons permits from every state that issues them.

The following states do not recognize Missouri’s CCP:

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

How to Write a Firearm Bill of Sale in Missouri

Now that you understand Missouri’s firearm laws, here’s how to write a bill of sale in Missouri.

Step 1 – Perform a Background Check

Missouri does not require private firearm sellers to run background checks when selling firearms. 

However, you should still conduct a background check on the buyer to reduce the risk of selling your gun to someone prohibited from purchasing or owning a gun in Missouri.

Step 2 – Arrange an In-Person Exchange

Arrange a face-to-face meeting with the potential buyer to verify their identity and make photocopies of their Missouri driver’s license or state ID. Please make sure they are actually from Missouri.

You cannot sell a firearm to someone from another state without going through a licensed firearm dealer. 

Step 3 – Ask for a Missouri Concealed Carry Permit (CCP)

Ask the buyer for a valid Missouri Concealed Carry Permit (CCP). Buyers with valid CCPs are more likely to be reliable since they have already passed a firearm safety training course and a background check.

Step 4 – Complete a Firearm Bill of Sale

Finally, both parties will complete and sign the firearm bill of sale. Ensure to fill in all the required information, including both parties’ full names, a complete description of the firearm being sold, and the purchase price.

Use our document builder to plug in all the details of your sale and record them on the Missouri firearm bill of sale form.

Summary

Missouri does not require firearm sellers to use a bill of sale for private firearm sales. However, sellers should use one to protect themselves from fraud and to record the transaction.

One of the easiest ways to create a Missouri firearm bill of sale is to use LegalTemplates’ firearm bill of sale builder.

You don’t have to write anything from scratch — you simply have to answer questions about both parties, the purchase price, and the firearm sold.

You can download and edit our sample Missouri firearm transfer form if you prefer having more control over the bill of the sale creation process. 

Missouri Firearm Bill of Sale Sample

Below is an example of a Missouri firearm bill of sale.

missouri firearm bill of sale