How can you look up the serial number of a firearm to find out if it is stolen before purchasing it?

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The best option would be to contact the local police and explain your situation. They have access to state and FBI files concerning weaponry. They may or may not help you find the information you are seeking. Also you might want to make certain you are eligible to own a firearm in your state of residency, before asking a lot of questions.

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