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Federal Age Requirements for Firearms

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Federal Age Requirements for Firearms This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Always consult with a qualified attorney for specific legal questions. Why it matters: Get this wrong and you're looking at federal charges—not a slap on the wrist. The age rules for buying guns are messier than most people think, and that complexity trips up even experienced gun owners. The legal reality: Federal law creates a two-tier system that treats handguns and...

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Federal Age Requirements for Firearms

Federal law requires you to be 21 to buy handguns from dealers and 18 for rifles/shotguns, but private sales follow different rules that allow 18-20 year olds to purchase handguns from unlicensed sellers.

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