Do you have to be 21 to own a handgun, or just purchase one? i have a family friend that would like to pass down a handgun to me (gift it to me) and was wondering if i could even legally have it?
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Do you have to be 21 to own a handgun, or just purchase one? i have a family friend that would like to pass down a handgun to me (gift it to me) and was wondering if i could even legally have it?
You could legally own a handgun while under 21 but cannot legally buy one (or perhaps possess one in public) in most jurisdictions. As long as you kept it at home you SHOULD be OK.
I wouldnt be able to tell you, and I'm too lazy to look up your states laws (even though I'm a pro at it living in MA and such). Look it up online. You should be able to find such law. If you can't, ask your local PD.
If I may, I wouldn't contact just any cop that I happen to bump into. As odd as it may seem, many cops have no idea what the gun laws are. You can make a call to the local county or state prosecutor's office, or local gun organizations. Google is your best place to start.
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