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Federal law says you must be 21 to purchase a handgun from a dealer. SOME states may permit a person between 18 and 21 to purchase a handgun from a private seller that is NOT a licensed dealer. This varies from state to state- most do not, but check the law in YOUR state- and check the state law for POSSESSION of a handgun by a person under 21.
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Is it a good idea for a twelve year old to own a gun?
A 12 year old can't "own" a gun, since you have to be 18 to buy a rifle and 21 to buy a handgun.
How old do you have to be to buy land in Missouri?
At least 18. To buy a handgun from a dealer, 21.
How old do you have to be to buy a gun in NC?
18 for rifle or shotgun, 21 for handgun.
How old do you have to be to buy a firearm in Oklahoma?
18 for rifle or shotgun, 21 for handgun.
How old do you have to be to buy a gun in virgina?
18 to buy a rifle or shotgun, 21 to buy a handgun or assault rifle.
How old can you buy a gun?
In the US, to buy from a dealer, Federal law requires you must be 18 to buy a long gun (rifle or shotgun) and 21 to buy a handgun. In some states, you may buy a handgun at 18 from a private seller, but not a dealer.
Is it legal to buy a handgun at the age of 18?
No, it is not legal to buy a handgun at the age of 18. The minimum age to purchase a handgun in the United States is 21.
How old do you got to be to buy a gun in ct?
18 for a long gun, 21 for a handgun.
Can a seventeen year old buy own a firearm in the state of Texas?
Legally, no. You must be 18 to purchase a rifle or shotgun, and 21 to purchase a handgun.
Can an 18 year old own a handgun in Idaho?
No, and that's federal law.
How old do you have to be to buy a firearm?
In the United States, 18 to purchase a shotgun or rifle, 21 to purchase a handgun.
How old do you have to be to buy a gun ca?
For a rifle or shotgun, you must be at least 18. For a handgun, at least 21.
