Current through September 30, 2024
Section 25.11 - Prohibited activities and penalties(a) State or local agencies, FFLs, or individuals violating this subpart A shall be subject to a fine not to exceed $10,000 and subject to cancellation of NICS inquiry privileges.(b) Misuse or unauthorized access includes, but is not limited to, the following: (1) State or local agencies', FFLs', or individuals' purposefully furnishing incorrect information to the system to obtain a "Proceed" response, thereby allowing a firearm transfer;(2) State or local agencies', FFLs', or individuals' purposefully using the system to perform a check for unauthorized purposes; and(3) Any unauthorized person's accessing the NICS.