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Firearm Bill of Sale Form - Texas
What Is a Texas Firearm Bill of Sale?
A Texas Firearm Bill of Sale is a typed or handwritten document that establishes the details of a firearm transfer from a seller to a buyer. It is legally binding and can be used as proof of ownership or release of responsibility in the transaction of pistols, rifles, and other assault weapons in the category of legal handguns. A Bill of Sale is optional and the parties to a gun transaction may negotiate the process of sale and purchase the way they want, but without accurate documentation, it can be difficult to clear your name if the sold firearm is used to commit a crime.
Alternate Name:
- Texas Gun Bill of Sale.
The State of Texas does not provide a uniform sales slip for guns. However, you can create your own document online using our customizable template or just download a ready-made Texas Firearm Bill of Sale below .
Texas Firearm Bill of Sale Requirements
Texas gun laws allow private individuals and companies to take part in selling and buying firearms. To sell a gun in Texas, you must include the following information in your Bill of Sale:
- Submit the seller and buyer's full names and mailing addresses. It is a good idea to identify the parties using their driver's license numbers;
- State the location and date of the purchase;
- Provide a description of the firearm. You should list its type and model, caliber, serial number, barrel length, and other distinctive characteristics that will be useful if a need to identify a gun arises in the future. It is also necessary to mention any accessories and customizations the firearm had, and state its current condition;
- Indicate the price of the firearm and the chosen payment method. The parties may agree to use cash, internet or mobile banking, or an email transfer. Financial terms of the deal are considered the most important section of the document;
- Add guarantees or warranties. The seller might provide implied or given guarantees or sell the gun "as is";
- Sign the papers.
Since the document becomes legal when the parties sign the Bill of Sale. There is no need to register a gun in Texas, so simply keep a copy of the bill of sale for your records to present as a receipt.
Does a Gun Bill of Sale Have to Be Notarized in Texas?
The state of Texas does not require a notary public's certification for firearm sales but it is generally a good idea to have a notary or witness to a sale in order to confirm the transaction has taken place. This can save any potential trouble which might occur should the seller or buyer contest the transaction at a later date.
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