State Firearms Restriction

Firearm & Ammunition Restrictions by State

Understanding the varying firearm and ammunition regulations across different states is crucial for compliance. This guide provides an overview of common restrictions and important considerations for buyers.

Ammunition Restrictions

Ammunition sales are subject to age and shipping restrictions. You must be 18 years of age or older to purchase long-gun ammunition and 21 years of age or older to purchase handgun ammunition. All ammunition must be shipped via UPS Ground. Always check your specific state and local laws for any additional applicable ammunition regulations.

Ammunition Shipping Prohibitions:

We do NOT ship ammunition to the following locations:

  • APO/FPO Addresses
  • Alaska
  • California (must ship to a licensed dealer)
  • Illinois (must provide FOID card for all ammo purchases)
  • Massachusetts
  • New Jersey (must provide FOID card for handgun ammo)
  • New York (must ship to a licensed dealer)
  • District of Columbia
  • Hawaii
  • P.O. Boxes
  • International Addresses
  • U.S. Territories
  • U.S. addresses with zip codes beginning with (606, 607, 608)
  • U.S. addresses with zip codes beginning with (100, 101, 102)

Note for Illinois residents: You must provide a copy of your valid FOID card and driver's license to purchase ammunition for orders with shipping and/or billing addresses within Illinois.

Magazine Restrictions

While there are currently no federal restrictions on the sale of high-capacity magazines, several states have their own limitations:

  • California: No magazines over 10 rounds (Law Enforcement with credentials are exempt).
  • Colorado: No magazines over 15 rounds (Law Enforcement with credentials are exempt).
  • Connecticut: No magazines over 10 rounds (Law Enforcement with credentials are exempt). As of 10/1/13, to comply with CT Senate Bill No. 1160, magazines holding 10 rounds or less can only be purchased if the buyer provides a copy of their driver's license and ONE of the following: state handgun carry permit, long gun certificate, or ammunition certificate.
  • District of Columbia: No magazines over 10 rounds (including Law Enforcement).
  • Hawaii: No magazines over 10 rounds (Law Enforcement with credentials are exempt).
  • Illinois:
    • Aurora: maximum capacity of 15 rounds.
    • Cook County: maximum capacity of 10 rounds.
    • Chicago: maximum capacity of 12 rounds.
    • Franklin Park: maximum capacity of 16 rounds.
    • Oak Park: maximum capacity of 10 rounds.
    • Riverdale: maximum capacity of 35 rounds.
  • Maryland: No magazines over 10 rounds (Law Enforcement with credentials are exempt).
  • Massachusetts: No magazines over 10 rounds (Law Enforcement with credentials, including retired, are exempt).
  • New Jersey: No magazines over 10 rounds (including Law Enforcement).
  • New York: No magazines over 10 rounds (Law Enforcement with credentials are exempt).
  • Vermont: No magazines over 10 rounds (rifles), and 15 rounds (handguns).
  • Military APO/FPO: Due to ITAR, we cannot ship to overseas military bases; we can ship to a CONUS military base.

Firearms Restrictions

Specific types of firearms may be restricted or outright prohibited in your area. Due to constant changes by legislators, we cannot list every restriction. It is your responsibility to know your local laws. Firearms deemed "assault weapons" are prohibited for sale to individuals (law enforcement officers may or may not be exempt; direct agency sales are always exempt) in states such as California, Massachusetts, New York, and New Jersey.

Firearms, suppressors, receivers, actions, and frame sales are regulated by federal law and require an FFL (Federal Firearms License) to ship. Such orders will be held until we verify your FFL. Valid FFL requirements are as follows:

  • A current copy with an original signature!
  • If it has been changed or altered in any way, it will be considered invalid.
  • FFL purchases will only be sent to the address on the FFL - no exceptions.
  • We will keep your FFL on file until it expires, at which time you will need to send a renewed copy.

News & Info: State Regulations

Regulations on firearms ownership, use, and sales vary from state to state. To access helpful information on regulations and laws in your state, please select from the links below:

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