at what age can you purchase assault rifles legally?
346591
They cannot be purchased in California at any age.\n\nCheck the laws regarding each state. Usually 18 years of age for any long gun.
418948
Actually it depends on the state you live in.  In Georgia, you only have to be 18 to purchase rifles and shotguns...handguns are restricted to age 21 and older.
1127350
Yes.  You have to be twenty one.  I believe it's to avoid concealment of the weapon.  Larger weapons like shotguns would be more likely used for hunting than personal protection.\n\nVirginia says it's a federal law.\n\n"What is the legal age to purchase or possess a firearm?\nA person must be at least 18 years of age to purchase a rifle or shotgun. To purchase a handgun, you must be at least 21 years of age, pursuant to federal law. For statutory regulations concerning underage persons possessing firearms, refer to Virginia Code §18.2-308.7, possession or transportation of certain firearms by persons under the age of eighteen"\n\nhttp://www.vsp.state.va.us/cjis_ftc.htm
52059
it depends on which state you live in. i live in alabama, where you have to be at least 18 to own a shotgun/rifle. 21 to own a pistol. what i did when i bought my sig sauer p239 is i had to fill out a form that is faxed to the a.t.f. it was a background check. once that is cleared, then i had do 2 things. i had to go to the courthouse, and actually get my concealed carry permit, which for me cost $20, then i had to register the pistol with my local police dept. the best piece of advice i can give you about this, is to read up on your local firearm laws, they will explain everything that you have to go through, in order to obtain a permit
643303
No laws against purchase, probly need to be 16 or 18, also need to check city ordinance incase they prohibit use in city limits.
186815
18.  Probably 21 in some states if you want to drink. But at age 18, you can sign a legal contract, join the military and do many other things since you are now an adult and fully responsible for your actions.
212557
In the UK the legal age is 16......
80526
Federal requirements:\na) Rifles & shotguns- 18 years of age\nb) Handguns- 21 years of age\nc)Must be a citizen, or an alien in this country legally\nd) Must be sound of mind\ne)Cannot be discharged from the US military under dishonarable conditions\nf)Cannot have committed a felony punishable by a jail term of a year or more.\nThese are the basic federal regulations. Local regulations vary from state to state. Some states are stricter than others,check with your local authorities. When buying the gun, you will also need a driver's license, or state issued  ID card as identification.
156426
YES! To qualify for a concealed carry permit, by federal law, you must be at least 21 years of age.
920810
None. They are legal as long as you are 18 when your purchase it. Its a legal sport across the U.S. But paintball is a but more mainstream if more expensive.
896204
If you are the owner of said firearm you need to check the persons identification to make sure they are of proper age to purchase said firearm.  If its a handgun and you think this person might not be legit then I would call the local police station and ask if they would run any wants and warrants on their ID if that comes back clean sell the gun.  If yo don't and somebody gets killed with your gun you could be charged as an accessory prior to the fact. Rifles,& shotguns Okay if above 18.  Handguns find their way from the south to places like DC and NYC all the time and you do not want a childs blood on your hands.
924695
i just checked into this myself for i live here also, but all you have to do is be shure the buyer is 18 years old,. if its a private sale and your not a dealer you dont have to get a backround for a rifle ,ALL pistols or anything in the pistol class such as a asslt rifles w/ folding stocks must be registered with the local police,...I suggest a bill of sale on all firearms in triplicat at least with one witness so that if anything bad happens with said weapon...say stolen and used in a crime, you are not liable. Rifles are traced by the original sale of the weapon,not by the subsequent sales unless sold by a dealer,or reregistered to the new owner via the police station.
610033
It's called the age of majority. No, it is not legal in all 50 states. Infact, pertaining to firearms and liquor, it is ONLY a possibility in Louisiana. Now, as for emancipation (where a minor becomes independent of his/her parents), that is possible in ALL 50 states. They still may not purchase controlled substances OR vote until they are of the age mandated by the state. However, they are legally responsible for all of their own actions, financial commitments, etc.
818529
It is sad how many people have come to believe that fully-automatic firearms are illegal. Really all but 7 states allow civilians to own fully-automatic weapons. You have to apply for a class 3 weapon permit, which is really just a $200(?) tax you pay to be allowed to purchase one. You then have to get that form signed by your local sheriff and get his permission to buy class 3 weapon. There are extensive background checks and costs to getting a fully-automatic weapon, but if you can afford it and you have a clean record, it is surely not impossible to legally get one. This link shows what states do and do not allow automatic firearms and other types of restrited guns.
1091787
Assuming that you bought the firearm legally you can always  contact your local law enforcement agency. Make sure you don't have any outstanding warrants and that you are of the correct age.
989599
Minimum Age\n \nFederal law prohibits possession of a handgun by anyone under 18, but some states have established higher or lower age limits. For example, Montana has set the minimum age for handgun possession at 14. There is no federal minimum age for possession of a long gun (rifle or shotgun).\nLicensed Dealers (FFLs) are prohibited from selling handguns to people under 21, and long guns to people under 18. Unlicensed sellers may not sell handguns to people under 18, but there is no federal minimum age for buyers of rifles or shotguns. Some states have set their own age limits
287427
Try looking at the local gun shops or outdoor sports stores.  You can also buy it easily enough online.  You would have to check with city ordinances to see if they have restriction on who can buy/ carry within city limits.