Connecticut's Assault Weapon Restrictions

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After the Attack on Sandy Hook Elementary School, Connecticut expanded it's list of banned weapons. It now includes .50 BMG variants, selective fire weapons, and certain semi-automatic "assault weapons". There is also a list of banned features on firearms. Any firearms fitting these categories, that were lawfully owned before April 4, 2013 have to be registered with the DESPP.

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What is Assault Weapon Restrictions?

Some states have restrictions, banns, or require owners to register firearms they conceder to be "assault weapons". The definitions of an "assault weapon" varies widely from state to state. These definitions can include whether the gun is fully automatic, the magazine size it can carry, and others.

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Other Connecticut firearm laws

• Connecticut Permit to Purchase
• Connecticut Firearm Registration
• Connecticut Owner License
• Connecticut Open Carry
• Connecticut Concealed Carry
• Connecticut State Preemption of Local Restrictions
• Connecticut Magazine Capacity Restriction
• Connecticut Castle Doctrine
• Connecticut Stand Your Ground
• Connecticut Peaceable Journey
• Connecticut Assault Weapon Restrictions
• Connecticut NFA Weapon Restrictions

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