Connecticut Gun Laws F.A.Q.

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• +Q: Does Connecticut require a permit to purchase weapons?
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  A:

  Connecticut requires applicants to complete a safety course and have an NCIS background check. A Certificate of Eligibility is required for pistols, long guns, or ammunition. This certificate is valid for 5 years. There is a waiting period of 14 days for long guns. The waiting period does not apply to people who have a hunter's license or carry permit; also active duty military, and police.

• +Q: Does Connecticut require owners to register their firearms with the police?
• +Q: Does Connecticut require an owner's license?
• +Q: Does Connecticut issue open carry permits?
• +Q: Does Connecticut issue concealed carry permits?
• +Q: Does Connecticut have preemption over subdivisions?
• +Q: Does Connecticut have a restriction on magazine capacity?
• +Q: Does Connecticut support the castle doctrine?
• +Q: Does Connecticut have a "stand-your-ground" law?
• +Q: Does Connecticut uphold a peaceable journey?
• +Q: Does Connecticut have restrictions on assault weapons?
• +Q: What NFA restrictions does Connecticut have?

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