Do you need a firearm license for a compound bow?
813342
Depends on the state.  If you go to your state website and do a search of the consolidated laws, you should be able to find out.  Or you can call your local police department and just ask.
975723
Bound's hubby here:\n\nWe've included the NRA-ILA link for gun laws in California. Gun laws can vary by state. What Kalifornia requires can be (and is) different that what is required in the Socialist Republic of New Jersey. Federal law requires purchasers: of long guns be 18, of handguns be 21, of ammunition that can be fired in a handgun be 21. Federal law also requires any purchase from an FFL be accompanied by a NICs check (this includes any criminal conviction and a domestic violence conviction will be highlighted). \n\nAccording to the NRA, California law requires the following:\n\n"PURCHASE\nTransfer or sale of all firearms must be processed with a California gun dealer’s license. An application for transfer must be made with the gun dealer before any firearm may be sold or transferred. This application contains a description of the buyer or transferee and of the firearm. A copy is sent by the dealer to the California Department of Justice and the local police chief or sheriff. The dealer may be charged a fee up to $14 by the Department of Justice. If the Department of Justice determines that the buyer or transferee is not eligible to possess a firearm, they shall notify the dealer immediately. There is a 10-day waiting period before delivery of any firearm. Dealers must keep a register of all firearm transfers. A person under restraining order may not acquire any firearm.\n\nStarting October 1, 1993, no firearm capable of being concealed upon the person shall be delivered or sold unless the person receiving the firearm presents to the gun dealer a basic firearms safety certificate approved by the California Department of Justice.\n\nNo person shall make an application to purchase more than one pistol, revolver, or other firearm capable of being concealed upon the person within a 30-day period and no delivery shall be made to any person who has made an application to purchase more than one pistol, revolver, or other firearm capable of being concealed upon the person within any 30-day period.\n\nA gun dealer must post a sign advising “Iif you leave a loaded firearm where a child obtains and improperly uses it, you may be fined or sent to prison.”\n\nThe waiting period and dealer application do not apply to transfers to police officers, other gun dealers, manufacturers, or importers, antique firearms, and rifles and shotguns which are classified as curios or relics by the federal government, infrequent gifts or transfers to one’s “immediate family,” an infrequent temporary loan not to exceed 30 days to a person who is not prohibited from possessing a firearm, and a transfer of a rifle or shotgun at auctions by nonprofit or public benefit corporations.\n\nIt is unlawful for any person to transfer any firearm to a person who is forbidden to possess or own a firearm. A dealer may not transfer a pistol to a person under 21 or other firearm to a person under 18.\n\nIt is unlawful to purchase, receive, or attempt to purchase or receive a firearm if such person is subject to a protective order, temporary restraining order or injunction.\n\nWithin 60 days of bringing a pistol, revolver or other firearm capable of being concealed upon the person into this state, the person importing the firearm must complete and return a Department of Justice registration form or sell or transfer the firearm to a licensed dealer, sheriff or police department."
1038641
you need a licence for five or more
688009
Florida doesn't register or license gun purchases except for CLEO sign-off on Class III firearms. Hunting rifles don't fall into the Class III category. Show your ID, pay your money, fill out the yellow form (BATFE 4473) and you're all set to go. Get a good bore guide, a quality cleaning rod, and a sturdy case too, while you're at it.
16149
No purchase permits are required for handgun purchases in Minnesota. You'll need to fill out ATF form 4473 - so you'd better not be a felon, mentally ill, dependent on illegal drugs, or a couple of other disqualifiers I can't remember off the top of my head. Then you'll submit to a criminal background check, and endure the state-mandated 7-day waiting period. If your background check comes out okay, you're not nuts or a felon, and your cash is green, you'll go home with a handgun on day 7.
640804
no.. They just have to both be licensed in the state.
555473
you will need a fishing license.  And like the other guy said, usually if you are after something like trout, you will need to buy a permit for that above and beyond the regular license
1097698
i live in illinois, and i know that you have to be 18 to buy it.  it could require a FOID card, but i kinda doubt that, since air guns are nothing compared to the other weapons out there.
731553
Yes you do. I cant remeber were you go to get one though but my friend does it and you do need a license!
586635
Most gun owners are responsible and lock their guns and ammunition away from access.  Make sure this is the case by asking the owner, it is quite rare that you can rent a firearm at a range.  Also, there is no national registration, basically all you need to do is go into a gun shop and show ID that you are 18 for rifles 21 for handguns and they will run a background check on you to make sure you are not mentally disabled or a criminal.
285753
I'm pretty sure that it's a federal thing, not state law.  You need to be 18.  21 if you want a handgun.  Background checks apply.  Be safe with it.
689728
Most states in the west like Texas and Georgia have a law that a civilian can own a firearm legally.  Once it is displayed in public view for all to see.  If you are driving it must be displayed on the dash board of the vehicle.  I don't know of any other states at the moment.
324998
In NJ you have to have apply for and receive a FPIC before you can purchase any gun.
798174
Actually, it really depends in which state you are from.  Currently in Virginia, kids under 12 do not need a license.  Ages 12 to 15 need a "junior" hunting license and those 16 and over need a regular hunting license.  Children under 12 may hunt only if directly supervised by an adult.  Those 12 to 15 need to complete an approved hunter's education program before being allowed to buy a license or hunt.  I hope this answered your question.
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
562748
The M4 is a fully automatic rifle and you must have a class 3 firearms permit which allows you to own fully automatic guns. You do not have to be a member of any elite force or anything of that nature, you just have to be able to meet the qualifications of the class 3 firearms permit and be financially sound enough to afford this permit, as they are very expensive.  It is a lifetime permit, but I believe it is near impossible to get one, as the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms does not want just anyone owning a fully automatic weapon.
230153
While i agree with the first answer whole heartedly. There is also a new bow out called a Genisis by Hoyt.  It will fit any draw size or weight. There are also some proshops out there that use these bow as rentals. Look in your local yellow pages for bow shop.  It's a fun sport. I enjoy it alot.