ATF Form 5070.1 Prevent All Cigarette Trafficking (Pact) Act Registration Form

What Is ATF Form 5070.1?

This is a legal form that was released by the U.S. Department of Justice - Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives on April 1, 2011 and used country-wide. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.

FAQ

Q: What is ATF Form 5070.1?
A: ATF Form 5070.1 is the Prevent All Cigarette Trafficking (PACT) Act Registration Form.

Q: What is the purpose of ATF Form 5070.1?
A: The purpose of ATF Form 5070.1 is to register with the ATF under the Prevent All Cigarette Trafficking (PACT) Act.

Q: What is the PACT Act?
A: The PACT Act is a federal law that aims to prevent cigarette trafficking and tax evasion by requiring registration and reporting by tobacco product sellers.

Q: Who needs to complete ATF Form 5070.1?
A: Tobacco product sellers who engage in interstate or remote sales of cigarettes are required to complete ATF Form 5070.1.

Q: Do I need to submit ATF Form 5070.1 if I only sell cigarettes within my state?
A: No, ATF Form 5070.1 is only required for tobacco product sellers engaged in interstate or remote sales of cigarettes.

Q: When is ATF Form 5070.1 due?
A: ATF Form 5070.1 must be filed within 30 days of commencing interstate or remote sales of cigarettes.

Q: Are there any penalties for not filing ATF Form 5070.1?
A: Failure to file ATF Form 5070.1 or providing false information may result in civil and criminal penalties, including fines and imprisonment.