I live in arizona...soon moving to texas. I'm going to get my CCW and was going to buy a gun but heard that you had to be 21 is that true?
Also I just want one for protection to keep in the house [single girl living alone]
2007-10-07 18:01:40 · 15 answers · asked by Hah 3 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
21 for a hand gun
18 for a rifle or shotgun
Applies to all states across the board.
2007-10-07 18:04:10 · answer #1 · answered by Glen B 6 · 5⤊ 5⤋
Owning/possessing and purchasing have different age requirements in most states. For example, in most states you have to be 18 to purchase a rifle or shotgun, but 21 to purchase a handgun. To possess a rifle of shotgun(in most states), you can be ANY age(gun could be gifted or given). To posses a pistol you have to be 18.
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2016-04-12 18:58:08 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
21 for pistols
18 for long guns
2015-02-06 14:19:46 · answer #4 · answered by David 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have to 21 for hand guns, 18 for shot guns, rifles, and I believe it is 16 for bb and pellet guns.
You shouldn't need a CCW, to keep a gun in your home just get a shot gun or rifle.
2007-10-07 18:07:31 · answer #5 · answered by winterpixie_13 4 · 4⤊ 2⤋
The "Best Answer" is not true, you have to be that age to buy one. If someone of age bought the gun, they can gift it to you if you are under the age,and it is legal. Also check state laws, it varies but what I said is nationwide. It all depends on what state.
2014-12-09 04:38:51 · answer #6 · answered by austin 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
18 to buy a handgun from an individual 21 to buy it from a dealer.
18 everywhere to buy a rifle or shotty
21 for CCW permit
So you can be under 21 and buy a hangun from a private seller and use it for home defense
2007-10-07 18:04:19 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 8⤊ 1⤋
If you are only going to use the firearm at home, no need for a concealed carry permit. If you are going to carry it most places with you, then you need a concealed carry permit.
18 is the federal legal age to purchase rifles and shot guns. 21 for pistols and revolvers. If you want to carry any other weapon, such as a stun gun or baton, then double check with your local police department as to what is legal to carry and the legal age to own.
2007-10-07 18:15:30 · answer #8 · answered by Kevin k 7 · 1⤊ 3⤋
i think 18 hun....i reside in pennsylvania myself u can get a license and purchase one i want 1
2016-05-18 21:55:26 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Texas law says that handguns must be concealed, you need a permit and you must be 21 to CARRY it. To POSSESS it, you need to be 18.
2007-10-07 19:05:41 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 8⤊ 1⤋