The Arizona firearm (gun) bill of sale form is an instrument used to facilitate the transfer of a firearm from one person to another. Although it is not required to perform a background check during a private sale, it is advised that the seller exercises due diligence and verifies that the buyer is legally eligible to own a gun (in correspondence with § 13-3101). Upon the exchange of possession, the parties involved will insert the details of how the transaction will unfold and then sign the document in front of a notary public to secure a valid agreement.

How to Register a Gun

The process of registration is not enforced within the state of Arizona. All residents are given the right to carry a concealed firearm without any type of permit as long as they are 21 or older and are not a restricted person according to the law (18 and older to openly carry). Even though a permit is not required within Arizona, it is still obtainable for those who would like to capitalize on the reciprocity available in other states.

How to Obtain a Concealed Carry Permit

In order to apply for a Concealed Weapons Permit, you must make sure that you meet the standards established in §13-3112. If you are qualified, email the CWPU (Concealed Weapons Permit Unit) by completing the contact form provided on the website. Once the email has been received, a packet will be prepared and delivered to the mailing address you listed in the message. The packet will contain the following materials:

• Instructions
• Permit Application
• 2 Blank Fingerprint Cards (must have an authorized agency administer fingerprints e.g. police department)
• Return Envelope (pre-labeled)

Complete the above requirements and send them along with:

• Documentation certifying that you have completed CCW (Carrying a Concealed Weapon) Course. (Class must meet the standards of Rule 13-4-111C.)
• Payment of $60 for the application fee (pay to the order of the “AZ DPS” using either a certified check, cashier’s check or money order).

How to Write

Step 1 – Download in Adobe PDF.

Step 2 – Buyer/Seller Details – Both parties must enter the personal information requested within the form. This information includes:

• Name (first and last)
• Mailing Address
• City
• State
• Zip
• Driver’s License Number

Step 3 – Firearm Description – Identify the gun being sold by providing the following specific details:

• Manufacturer
• Model
• Caliber
• SN (Serial Number)

Step 4 – Sale/Trade Information – Enter the following sale or trade details (agreed upon by both parties) into the corresponding spaces:

• Dollar Amount of Sale (in words)
• Dollar Amount of Sale (numerically)
• Date of Transaction (month, day, year)
• If trade, check the box and describe the terms of the trade within the available space.

Step 5 – Disclosure Statements – Each party must read the disclosure appointed to them, then sign on the specified line if they declare that statements made are in fact true.

Step 6 – Signature Section – Conclude the document in the presence of a notary by providing:

• Seller’s Signature
• Seller’s Printed Name
• Buyer’s Signature
• Buyer’s Printed Name
• Witness #1’s Signature
• Witness #1’s Printed Name
• Witness #2’s Signature
• Witness #2’s Printed Name

Once all signatures have been executed, the notary public will then endorse the form by completing the designated notary sections for the seller and buyer.