Practical resources for retailers navigating regulated goods compliance — from firearms and cannabis to high-value shipments.
Everything online retailers need to know about California AB-1263. Identity verification, age checks, address matching, and audit trail requirements for firearm parts and accessories — effective January 1, 2026.
Manual ID verification costs $1.67–$3.33 per order. A dedicated compliance hire runs $50–70K per year. Here's the full cost analysis — and why automated shipping verification is the smarter path.
Not all compliance solutions are equal. A practical buyer's guide covering platform compatibility, customer experience, audit trail quality, pricing models, and multi-industry support.