ATF Revises National Firearm Tracing Request Forms
Published Date: 8/5/2025
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Summary
The ATF is updating its National Tracing Center form used to track firearms. This affects anyone who requests gun trace info, making the process smoother and keeping paperwork up to date. They’re asking for approval soon, so expect no big cost changes but a fresh, easier form to use.
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Updated NTC Trace Request Form
If you request firearm trace information, the ATF is issuing a revised National Tracing Center (NTC) Trace Request form to make the tracing process smoother and to update paperwork. The agency says it is seeking OMB renewal and approval and expects no big cost changes while adopting the easier form.
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