Virginia Gun Laws F.A.Q.

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• +Q: Does Virginia require a permit to purchase weapons?
• +Q: Does Virginia require owners to register their firearms with the police?
• +Q: Does Virginia require an owner's license?
• +Q: Does Virginia issue open carry permits?
• +Q: Does Virginia issue concealed carry permits?
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  A:

  Concealed carry is legal with a CCW permit (referred to as CHP or Concealed Handgun Permit in Virginia). Permits are issued on a "shall issue" basis. An applicant must be 21, or over to apply for a permit. The price of a permit is up to $50, depending on the area where the permit is being issued.

• +Q: Does Virginia have preemption over subdivisions?
• +Q: Does Virginia have a restriction on magazine capacity?
• +Q: Does Virginia support the castle doctrine?
• +Q: Does Virginia have a "stand-your-ground" law?
• +Q: Does Virginia uphold a peaceable journey?
• +Q: Does Virginia have restrictions on assault weapons?
• +Q: What NFA restrictions does Virginia have?

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