US Gun Laws by State
Get detailed US gun laws by state, covering concealed carry permits, open carry restrictions, and background check requirements.
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United States Background Check and Gun Laws by State
United States Background Check and Gun Laws by State United States Background Check and Gun Laws by State. Gun laws for possession, carrying, acquiring, buying, selling, and distributing will vary from state to state, some may be broader or more limited to existing Federal Gun Laws. Firearm Licensees are subject to the Gun Laws of…
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Wyoming Background Check and Gun Laws
According to the Office of the Attorney General of Wyoming, Wyoming state law (W.S. § 6-8-104) provides for the issuance of concealed firearm permits. Wyoming also recognizes concealed firearms permits from the following list of other U.S. states (subject to frequent review and revision): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana,…
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Wisconsin Background Check and Gun Laws
Wisconsin is one of two states that completely prohibit concealed carry by private citizens. Open carry is legal except where prohibited by law (vehicles, government buildings, schools, establishments that sell liquor for consumption on the premises, state parks, and 1000' from the edge of school property unless on private property)." Some jurisdictions have tried…
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West Virginia Background Check and Gun Laws
Subject/Law Long guns Handguns Relevant Statutes Notes State permit to purchase? No No None Firearm registration? No No None "Assault weapon" law? No No None Owner license required? No No None Carry permits issued? No Yes §§ 61-7-3, 4, 5, 6 Concealed carry of pistols and revolvers allowed with permit; no…
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Washington Background Check and Gun Laws
Washington is one of the original "shall issue" states. The county sheriff or city police chief shall issue a concealed pistol license to any applicant, age 21 or older, who meets certain requirements, including no felony convictions, no misdemeanor domestic violence convictions, and no outstanding warrants. Open carrying of firearms is not prohibited by…
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Virginia Background Check and Gun Laws
The right to keep and bear arms is protected by the Constitution of Virginia. State Preemption There is State preemption of local firearm laws. Localities may regulate: The discharge of firearms. The transportation of a loaded rifle or shotgun. Fingerprinting for concealed handgun permits, though fingerprints may not be kept and must be destroyed or…
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Vermont Background Check and Gun Laws
Vermont has very few gun control laws. Gun dealers are required to keep a record of all handgun sales. It is illegal to carry a gun on school property or in a courthouse. State law preempts local governments from regulating the possession, ownership, transfer, carrying, registration or licensing of firearms. The term "Vermont Carry"…
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Utah Background Check and Gun Laws
Subject/Law Long guns Handguns Relevant Statutes Notes State Permit to Purchase? No No None Utah charges a $7.50 fee for an instant background check. This fee is waived for persons with a Utah issued Concealed Firearm Permit. Firearm registration? No No None "Assault weapon" law? No No None Owner license required? No No…
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Texas Background Check and Gun Laws
Subject/Law Long guns Handguns Relevant Statutes Notes State Permit to Purchase? No No None Firearm registration? No No None "Assault weapon" law? No No None Owner license required? No No None Carry permits issued? No Yes GC Ch. 411 Subch H, PC 46.15 Concealed carry of a handgun requires a "shall-issue"…
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Tennessee Background Check and Gun Laws
Subject/Law Long guns Handguns Relevant Statutes Notes State Permit to Purchase? No No None No Firearm registration? No No None No "Assault weapon" law? No No None No Owner license required? No No None No Carry permits issued? No* Yes T.C.A. 39-17-1351 Permits are "shall-issue". Concealed or open carry of a handgun is allowed with…