Overview for Minnesota
Chapter 44 of Title 18 of the United States Code (U.S.C.) does not allow citizens, convicted of a felony with a prison sentence over a year to own firearms. This includes hand guns, and long guns. Many states allow convicted felons to own firearms after a certain amount of time has passed, (usually 10 years or more) since the end of their sentence, and/or if they are given a full pardon by certain authority figures (Governors, President, etc.) Minnesota allows felons to own firearms 10 years after they have been released, provided they are not convicted of a violent crime.
It is a gross misdemeanor to carry a loaded BB gun, when not engaged in a lawful activity, or taking it directly to or from where it was bought/traded/displayed. The same applies to shotguns and rifles.
| 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 | No |
| Owner License | No | No |
The Concealed Carry Permit
(often encompasses the open carry permit)
- Price: Is determined by the sheriff of the county and can not exceed $100.
- Valid for 5 years
- Regarding Non-residents of Minnesota: Is determined by the sheriff of the county and can not exceed $100.
- Non-resident permits are valid for 5 years
- An owner's license is Not Needed
- Permit to Purchase: Handguns only
- Permits to Purchase Year/Cost: 1 year/free
Official Concealed Carry page for Minnesota.
Minnesota Concealed Carry Reciprocity
Minnesota Magazine Capacity
Minnesota Imitation Firearms
What is classified as an Imitation Firearm in Minnesota?
The following is a list of imitation firearms in Minnesota:
- BB gun
- Air gun
Does Minnesota have an inheritance gun law?
Minnesota does not have an inheritance gun law.