Overview for Connecticut
Connecticut’s firearm regulations are among the most restrictive in the U.S. especially concerning assault weapons.
After the tragic shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School, Connecticut passed some of the countries strictest gun restrictions. Magazine capacity were cut to 10 rounds and background checks are required for privet firearm sales (this includes sales at gun shows. Connecticut also passed one of the most expansive assault weapons bans, which includes over 100 models of firearms. There was also an increase on mental health checks and school safety. New requirements for who can purchase ammunition were passed at the same time. One of the items passed was a first of the United States, a registry of dangerous offenders. This registry can only be accessed by police and law enforcement officers.
| Law | Long-guns | Handguns |
|---|---|---|
| Permit to Purchase | No | Yes |
| Open Carry | Partial | Yes |
| Concealed Carry | No | Yes |
| State Preemption of Local Restrictions | Partial | Partial |
| Firearm Registration | No | No |
| Owner License | No | No |
The Concealed Carry Permit
(often encompasses the open carry permit)
- Price: $70.00
- Valid for 5 years
- Regarding Non-residents of Connecticut: $70.00
- Non-resident permits are valid for 5 years
- An owner's license is allowed for Handguns only
- Permit to Purchase: Currently handguns only. a long gun "eligibility certificate" will be required after April 1, 2014.
- Permits to Purchase Year/Cost: 5 years/ Cost $35
Official Concealed Carry page for Connecticut.
Connecticut Concealed Carry Reciprocity
Connecticut Magazine Capacity
A large capacity mag in Connecticut can be considered a magazine, drum, belt that can accommodate more than 10 rounds. This rule does not apply for a feeding device that has been altered so that it cannot hold more than 10 rounds at a time. This rule also applies for a .22 caliber tube ammunition feeding device. Along with that. A tubular magazine that is contained in a lever-action firearm does not have to follow this rule. When it comes to a magazine that is permanently inoperable, it is exempted from that rule
Connecticut Ghost Gun law
The Ghost gun law in Connecticut states the following:- An unfinished frame or receiver without a proper serial number cannot be sold or received by anyone in Connecticut
- Homemade firearms are only to be sold if they are given a serial number from the state Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection and are affixed to the firearm
Connecticut Imitation Firearms
What is classified as an Imitation Firearm in Connecticut?
The following is a list of imitation firearms in Connecticut:
BB guns are considered to be an imitation firearm
Does Connecticut have a gun buy back program?
Yes, Connecticut has a gun buy back program.
The program aims to reduce the number of guns in the state to prevent gun crimes. The program is run by the hospitals and local police stations and offers
- $25 for single and double-shot handguns and any type of black powder guns
- $50 for rifles and shotguns
- $100 for pistol and revolver handguns
- $200 for assault weapons
Does Connecticut have an inheritance gun law?
Yes, Connecticut has an inheritance gun law.