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Firearm disqualifications in Wyoming

What disqualifies you from owning a firearm in Wyoming?

Someone in Wyoming is disqualified from owning a firearm if they are:

• any persons who have been found to have a substance abuse disorder

If you do not meet any of these stipulations for disqualification, you are freely allowed to carry openly or concealed any weapon you have registered to you as long as you are at least 21 years of age. Wyoming considers itself strong supporter of the 2nd Amendment and identifies as a state mostly unwilling to interfere with any person's right to carry a firearm.

Felony restrictions on firearms in Wyoming

Those convicted of a felony in Wyoming:

• any person convicted of a violent felony
• any person convicted of attempting to commit a violent felony
• any person convicted of attempting to inflict bodily harm on a peace officer

Mental health restrictions on firearms in Wyoming

• any person adjudicated to be deemed mentally incompetent
• any person who has been committed to a mental health institution

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