Oklahoma Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

What type of background check is required to purchase a firearm from a licensed dealer in Oklahoma?

1. No background check is required

2. State background check

3. Federal NICS background check

4. Both state background check and Federal NICS background check

The correct answer is: Federal NICS background check

The correct answer is a Federal NICS background check. When purchasing a firearm from a licensed dealer in Oklahoma, federal law mandates that the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) be utilized to ensure that the buyer is eligible to purchase a firearm. This system checks the buyer’s criminal history and other disqualifying factors to verify that they meet the necessary criteria established by federal regulations. While some states may have their own background check requirements, Oklahoma follows the federal standard that necessitates a NICS check when a purchase is made through a federally licensed dealer. This helps to ensure public safety by preventing those who are prohibited from owning firearms from making purchases legally. This type of background check is a critical measure in the firearm purchasing process, maintaining the integrity of gun sales at the federal level.