One topic that always has been and probably always will be contentious in the United States is gun ownership and the laws and restrictions around civil firearms. Some people support the right for all citizens to be able to own guns freely and easily in their private capacity and want to be allowed to carry guns with them wherever they go, while other people are concerned about what civil gun ownership means for gun violence and safety.
The topic of gun ownership in the US is complicated not only because people have different opinions on the matter, but because the country operates under a federal system of government. This means that there’s a division of powers between the federal government and individual states, so, in some cases, different states can have completely different laws about guns than others.
We’re going to tell you about 10 US states (in no particular order) that are specifically known for having strict firearms laws.
1. New York
New York is both the name of the state and the capital city of the state, and the state is found in the northeastern part of the country, bordered by Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Vermont.
Gun regulations in New York state include a requirement of background check for all gun sales, and private transactions, and there’s a ban on assault weapons as well as restrictions on magazine capacity.
2. California
California is known by many as the beachy state, its capital is Sacramento. It’s located on the West Coast, bordered by Nevada, Oregon, Arizona, and the Pacific Ocean. It has one of the largest economies of all states in the country, and it’s a global powerhouse.
In California, background checks on conducted if you want to buy a firearm, and there are restrictions on the sale of assault weapons and high-capacity magazines. There are limits on being able to carry concealed weapons.
3. Delaware
Located in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States of America, Delaware is bordered by Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, and the Atlantic Ocean. It’s the second smallest state in terms of land area, but it’s actually pretty densely populated, with a diverse population.
To own a gun, you have to undergo background checks and the sales of assault weapons and capacity magazines are regulated. There’s a “may issue” policy for concealed carry permits.
4. Maryland
Maryland is home to a beautiful coastline along the Chesapeake Bay, and it has a significant impact on the state’s geography and economy. Annapolis is the capital city of Maryland, and the state is often referred to as “America in Miniature” due to its diverse geography.
All firearm sales require background checks and you need a permit to purchase a handgun. Assault weapons and high-capacity magazines are regulated and limited.
5. New Jersey
Bordered by New York State, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and the Atlantic Ocean, New Jersey is often referred to as the “Garden State” due to its significant agricultural heritage and natural beauty. The state is relatively small, but it has a robust and diverse economy.
In New Jersey, there are strict regulations on assault weapons and high-capacity magazines, and you need to have a permit to buy a handgun.
6. Massachusetts
The state in which Boston is the capital, Massachusetts is located in the New England region of the northeastern United States. It’s bordered by Vermont, New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, and the Atlantic Ocean.
You need a Firearms Identification Card (FID) to buy rifles and shotguns, a License to Carry (LTC) for handguns, and there are strict regulations on assault weapons and high-capacity magazines.
7. Illinois
With a diverse economy – with strengths in industries such as technology, manufacturing, and agriculture – Illinois is home to the Great Lakes. It also has a significant portion of Lake Michigan, and it’s bordered by Wisconsin, Missouri, Kentucky, Indiana, and Iowa.
Background checks are carried out for gun sales, and you need a Firearm Owner’s Identification (FOID) card for possession of a gun. There are restrictions on the concealed carrying of firearms.
8. Hawaii
Hawaii is an archipelago of islands located in the central Pacific Ocean, and it consists of 137 different islands. The capital of Hawaii is Honolulu, located on the island of Oahu, and the state is generally renowned for its gorgeous landscape, coral reefs, pristine beaches, and volcanic craters.
You need a permit to buy a handgun, and there are strict regulations for carrying concealed firearms and waiting periods for firearms purchases.
9. Connecticut
Located in the New England region of the United States, Connecticut is bordered by New York, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Long Island. Bridgeport is the state’s largest city by population, and the state generally has a pretty strong economy.
Background checks are carried out for all gun sales, and there are restrictions on assault weapons and large-capacity magazines. You need to have a permit to carry a handgun.
10. Rhode Island
Rhode Island is the smallest state in the country, and it’s bordered by Massachusetts, Connecticut, and the Atlantic Ocean. It has a relatively high population density, and it played a crucial role in the early history of the United States, as it was the first state to declare independence from British rule.
In Rhode Island, you need a permit to buy a handgun, and background checks are done for the sale of all guns. There are restrictions on assault weapons.
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