Under US federal law, the only types of guns illegal to own are machine guns manufactured after May 19, 1986. Any other type of gun is legal, though there are registration requirements for machine guns. Various US states may have laws requiring further registration or prohibiting certain weapons.

In most states in the USA, you can order ammunition online and have it shipped to your door without restriction. Some online ammo retailers require proof of age/ID before you can submit an order, but once your driver’s license or other approved ID is on file you don’t have to resubmit it for future orders.

Firearms can be returned for a replacement or full refund if inspected before pick-up and found to be defective or not as ordered. Firearms that are transferred and then returned are subject to a 10% restocking fee.

While requirements differ from state to state, the typical process often requires the applicant to apply for a license through local or state law enforcement, complete a firearm safety training course, provide detailed background information (often including fingerprints), and pass a comprehensive background check.