Minnesota Firearm Bill of Sale Form

Minnesota firearm bill of sale documents the details of a private gun sale. The bill of sale should include the firearm’s purchase price, description, serial number, and both parties’ signatures and contact information. In some circumstances, the seller may accept trade in place of payment, in which case, a description of the traded items should be provided.

Minnesota Firearm Bill of Sale Form

Minnesota firearm bill of sale documents the details of a private gun sale. The bill of sale should include the firearm’s purchase price, description, serial number, and both parties’ signatures and contact information. In some circumstances, the seller may accept trade in place of payment, in which case, a description of the traded items should be provided.

Last updated April 5th, 2024

Minnesota firearm bill of sale documents the details of a private gun sale. The bill of sale should include the firearm’s purchase price, description, serial number, and both parties’ signatures and contact information. In some circumstances, the seller may accept trade in place of payment, in which case, a description of the traded items should be provided.

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Minnesota Gun Laws

  • Background check required?No, except for unlicensed individuals who intend to buy a pistol or semiautomatic military-style assault weapon.[1]
  • Permit required to purchase?No, though individuals who intend to purchase a handgun from a dealer must have either Permit to Carry or Permit to Purchase.[2]
  • Permit required to concealed carry?Yes[3]
  • Firearm laws Chapter 624 – Firearms
  • Concealed carry law – § 624.714 Subd. 1a

Minnesota Concealed Carry

Minnesota residents must have a permit to carry a pistol in public, regardless of whether it is concealed or open.

How to Apply

Individuals 21 years of age and older may apply for a Permit to Carry by taking the following steps[4]:

  1. Complete a firearms safety course with a certified instructor.
  2. Fill out the Permit to Carry Application.
  3. Bring the application, photo ID, and certificate of completed safety training to the local county sheriff.[5]
  4. Pay the application fee and wait up to 30 days for the sheriff to process the application.