FFL Dealers in Lake Forest, IL
6 licensed firearms dealers in Lake Forest, Illinois
Finding an FFL Dealer in Lake Forest, Illinois
There are 6 federally licensed firearms dealers in Lake Forest, IL, serving a population of 19,190. These include 4 dealers / gunsmiths, 1 manufacturer of firearms, 1 importer of firearms.
Lake Forest has 31.3 FFL dealers per 100,000 residents — near the national average of 34.4 per 100K.
When choosing an FFL dealer for a transfer, call ahead to confirm their transfer fee and ensure they are accepting transfers. Most dealers in Lake Forest charge between $20–$50 per transfer. You will need a valid government-issued photo ID and must pass an NICS background check to complete any firearm purchase or transfer.
Gun Laws in Illinois
Illinois requires a Firearm Owner's Identification (FOID) card to purchase or possess firearms and imposes a 72-hour waiting period. The state bans assault weapons and magazines over 10 rounds, and suppressors are prohibited.
- Concealed carry: Permit required (shall-issue)
- Waiting period: 3 days
- Background check: State-run system
- Minimum age: 21 for handguns, 18 for long guns
- Assault weapon restrictions: Yes
- Magazine limit: 10 rounds
Browse all 2,196 FFL dealers in Illinois.