Licensee Tips

Managing Liabilities in Shooting Ranges: Waivers, Protocols, Signage, and Legal Expertise

Shooting ranges, whether indoor or outdoor, provide a unique environment for firearms enthusiasts, law enforcement personnel, and recreational shooters to practice and hone their skills. However, operating a shooting range comes with significant legal and financial risks due to the inherent dangers of firearms. From accidental injuries to property damage, the potential liabilities are substantial. To mitigate these risks, shooting…read more →

28 Apr, 2025

Andre Nesbit v. FF Firearms (Frivolous Litigation Against Firearm Dealers)

Key Points Case Overview In the case of Andre Nesbit v. FF Firearms, Nesbit claimed FF Firearms committed fraud by misrepresenting the firearm pickup period and refusing a refund. The trial court dismissed the claim for lacking detail, and the court of appeals affirmed this decision on February 11, 2025, noting Nesbit failed to specify who made the misrepresentations and…read more →

30 Mar, 2025
Licensee Tip # 1: Audio & Video Surveillance

Licensee Tip # 1: Audio & Video Surveillance

Owning and operating a business in California is hard enough.  But for law abiding firearms dealership, range, etc. is nearly impossible.  Keeping up with federal, state, and local regulations and laws is hard enough, but such businesses face daily security risks as well.  To kick off this Licensee Tip series, I thought it appropriate to address the one area of…read more →

12 Apr, 2012
Top Ten FFL Tips

Top Ten FFL Tips

TOP TEN TIPS TO PROTECT YOUR FFL 1: Take Your Time Slow Down!!!!  Take your time with each sale of a firearm.  The required forms must be perfect.  All it takes is one bad habit or one really careless mistake to lose your license.  Go over each form 4473, DROS, and all the other required documentation carefully to ensure that you and…read more →

1 Apr, 2012
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