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Utah Firearm Bill of Sale

Create a firearm bill of sale for Utah so you can document the sale and ownership transfer of a gun in the state.

Updated March 24, 2023 | Legally reviewed by Susan Chai, Esq.

Utah does not require a Utah Firearm Bill of Sale or transfer form.

However, buyers and sellers should still create their bill of sale when transferring firearm ownership.

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What is a Utah Firearm Bill of Sale Form?

A Utah firearm bill of sale is a document showing the details of a gun sale and transfer.

It contains the seller’s and buyer’s names, signatures, and information about the firearm transferred.

What Are the Requirements for Selling a Firearm in Utah?

Utah does not have state licensing requirements for firearms dealers.

Federal law requires all firearms dealers to have a license from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF).

Utah does not regulate the private sales of firearms within the state.

Federally licensed firearms dealers must conduct background checks according to federal law ( Utah Code § 76-10-526(3)(a)).

Private Parties Selling Firearms in Utah

Utah has no restrictions on the private sale of firearms. Private sellers are not required to conduct background checks on purchasers.

Private sellers are prohibited from selling or transferring a weapon to individuals the seller knows are not allowed to possess firearms under Utah law. (Utah Code § 76-10-503).

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

Utah does not require a bill of sale for private firearms transactions.

Even though it’s not required, private sellers and buyers may want to utilize the bill of sale as a transaction record in case a dispute arises later.

Firearm Inheritance Laws in Utah

Utah has no specific laws regarding the inheritance of firearms.

Inheritance must follow the same rules preventing the transfer of firearms to minors and others not allowed to possess firearms.

Documents Needed To Complete a Firearm Bill of Sale in Utah

There are no documents required for the private sale of firearms in Utah.           

Additional Utah Firearm Laws

Who Cannot Purchase a Firearm in Utah?

Utah restrictions on firearm ownership include:

  • Anyone convicted of any felony or on probation or parole for any felony
  • Any person unlawfully or illegally in the U.S.
  • An unlawful user of a controlled substance
  • Anyone adjudicated mentally incompetent or mentally ill
  • A subject of a final domestic order

Utah has a voluntary firearm and ammunition restriction list, the Firearms Safe Harbor Act.

Anyone who wishes to place themselves on this list may do so for a minimum of 30 days and a maximum of six months.

This also places the individual on the NICS database as a restricted person. (Utah Code § 53-5c-301).

Does Utah Have a Waiting Period for Firearm Sales?

Utah does not have a waiting period for firearms purchases.

Can You Buy a Firearm in Utah Without Registering It?

Utah does not require firearm owners to register their firearms.

Utah law prohibits the Criminal Investigations and Technical Services Division of the Department of Public Safety, which performs criminal background checks for concealed-carry permits, from maintaining records for more than 20 days past the date of the firearms dealer’s request for the background check (Utah Code § 76-10-526(8)(a)).

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

There is no specific requirement for notarization.

Is a Record of Firearms Sent to Police in Utah?

The Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI) may not keep records for over 20 days.

However, they are required to keep a log of the requesting dealer’s federal firearms number, the transaction number, and the transaction date for 12 months after the sale (Utah Code § 76-10-526(8)(b)).

Concealed and Open Carry Laws in Utah

Utah allows the open and concealed carry of loaded firearms by anyone within the state who is over 21 and otherwise qualified to carry guns. Utah repealed its permit requirements for concealed carry in 2021.

How To Apply To Carry a Firearm in Utah

Utah is a shall-issue state.

This means that the state will issue a permit to anyone otherwise qualified. In 2022, Utah’s governor signed legislation giving the state partial preemption over county governments’ firearms regulations.

Utah issues concealed-carry firearm permits for residents who wish to carry firearms in states that have reciprocity with Utah.

Applicants generally must be over 21, although a provisional permit is available for individuals between 18 and 21. The BCI may refuse a permit to anyone they believe, based on past actions, is a “danger to themselves or others” (Utah Code § 53-5-704(3)).

Concealed firearm permits are issued through the BCI. Applicants must present a photo ID, proof of good character, and certification of completion of a weapons familiarity course.

Utah Firearm Reciprocity

Utah recognizes all concealed-carry handgun permits issued by other states.

Currently, several states recognize Utah’s concealed-carry permits within their boundaries.    

How To Write a Firearm Bill of Sale in Utah

Buyers and sellers do not need a bill of sale for firearms transactions in Utah.

Individuals conducting a private sale should use a bill of sale to document the trade for their records.

Step 1 – Fill in All Parties to the Sale

The bill of sale should include the identities of the buyer and seller:

  • Names
  • Addresses
  • Contact information (phone number and email)

Step 2 – Describe the Firearm(s) Being Sold

Include the details of the firearm being transferred.

The description should include the following:

  • Serial number
  • Make and model
  • Caliber
  • Accessories and customizations
  • Present condition

Private sales are usually considered “as-is” unless there is writing to the contrary.

Any modifications or repairs that the previous owner will make should be noted on the bill of sale.

Step 3 – Details of the Sale

Include the specifics of the transfer, including when it took place and the amount of purchase:

  • Date of purchase
  • Sale price
  • Payment agreement (paid in full, down payment, installment payments)
  • Date of transfer, if different than the date of purchase

Step 4 – Signatures and Notarization

Both parties should sign the bill of sale. Notarization can be done if the parties want to add authenticity to the signatures.

Utah Firearm Bill of Sale Sample

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

utah firearm bill of sale