Overview for Michigan
Michigan does not have state preemption over all firearm regulations, so there are many townships and cities where firing a gun is illegal. If a firearm is stolen it must be reported to the police within, 5 days of the owner discovering that it was missing.
Michigan considers pellet guns to be firearms so owners must follow the same procedures as with a firearm. This includes having a license to own one, and registering the gun. Should the gun have no serial number it must be taken to the police who will stamp one on the pellet gun.
| Law | Long-guns | Handguns |
|---|---|---|
| Permit to Purchase | No | Yes |
| Open Carry | Yes | Yes |
| Concealed Carry | No | Yes |
| State Preemption of Local Restrictions | Yes | Yes |
| Firearm Registration | No | Yes |
| Owner License | No | No |
The Concealed Carry Permit
(often encompasses the open carry permit)
- Price: $105 finger printing can be up to $15 extra
- Valid for Between 4-5 years depending on applicant's birthdate
- Regarding Non-residents of Michigan: $105 finger printing can be up to $15 extra
- Non-resident permits are valid for between 4-5 years depending on applicant's birthdate
- An owner's license is Not Needed
- Permit to Purchase: Handguns only
- Permits to Purchase Year/Cost: Cost up to $1
Official Concealed Carry page for Michigan.
Michigan Concealed Carry Reciprocity
Michigan Magazine Capacity
Michigan Imitation Firearms
What is classified as an Imitation Firearm in Michigan?
The following is a list of imitation firearms in Michigan:
- Pneumatic guns
- BB guns
- Pellet gun
- Spring gun
Does Michigan have an inheritance gun law?
Michigan does not have an inheritance gun law.