Category: Purchasing a Firearm

  • What is a background check and why is V-Check used?

    What is a background check and why is V-Check used?

    The State of Virginia created V-Check to help Federal Firearms Licensees (FFLs) conduct background checks for firearm purchases. This system is highly effective because it searches three federal databases nationwide to verify a buyer’s identity. As an FFL inputting data, you should inform clients about what happens behind the scenes during a background check. The… Read more