Alabama Product Restrictions

We comply with all Alabama and federal laws governing the sale and shipment of firearms, ammunition, and related products. Below are the restrictions applicable to Alabama residents.

Shipping Restrictions for Firearms

1. FFL Requirement: All firearms must be shipped to a Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL). Buyers must complete a background check and meet federal and state requirements before taking possession.

2. Age Restrictions:

• Rifles and shotguns: Must be 18 or older.

• Handguns: Must be 21 or older.

3. FOID or State License: Alabama does not require a state-issued firearm license or ID card for purchase or possession.

Semi-Automatic Rifle Restrictions

1. No Statewide Restrictions: Semi-automatic rifles are legal to purchase and possess under Alabama state law.

2. Federal Compliance: All semi-automatic rifles must comply with federal laws, including the National Firearms Act (NFA), where applicable.

Semi-Automatic Shotgun Restrictions

1. No Statewide Restrictions: Semi-automatic shotguns are legal to purchase and possess under Alabama law.

2. Federal Compliance: Shotguns with barrel lengths under 18 inches or overall lengths under 26 inches are considered NFA items and require federal registration and tax stamps.

Handgun Restrictions

1. No Statewide Restrictions: Handguns are legal to purchase and possess under Alabama law, provided the buyer meets federal requirements.

2. Age Restriction: Must be 21 or older to purchase a handgun from a licensed dealer.

3. Permitless Carry: Alabama allows permitless concealed carry for those aged 18 and older, provided they are legally allowed to possess a firearm.

Firearm Magazine Restrictions

1. No Statewide Restrictions: Alabama imposes no limits on magazine capacity for rifles, shotguns, or handguns.

Ammunition Restrictions

1. No Statewide Restrictions: Most ammunition is legal to sell and possess in Alabama.

2. Prohibited Ammunition: Federal restrictions apply, including the prohibition of armor-piercing handgun ammunition.

3. Age Restrictions:

• Rifle and shotgun ammunition: Must be 18 or older.

• Handgun ammunition: Must be 21 or older.

Firearm Accessory Restrictions

1. No Statewide Restrictions: Alabama does not regulate firearm accessories such as:

• Suppressors (silencers).

• Bump stocks or trigger cranks.

• Forward grips or other modifications.

2. Federal Compliance: Items like suppressors and short-barreled rifle (SBR) conversion kits are regulated under the NFA and require federal registration.

Pepper Spray Restrictions

1. No Statewide Restrictions: Pepper spray is legal to purchase and possess in Alabama.

2. Age Requirement: Buyers should be 18 or older to purchase pepper spray.

Knife Restrictions

1. No Statewide Restrictions: Alabama does not impose restrictions on the types of knives residents may own, carry, or sell.

2. Concealed Carry: While there is no state-level restriction, carrying certain knives concealed (e.g., bowie knives) may be subject to interpretation under the law.

Military and Law Enforcement Exemptions

1. General Exemptions:

• Law enforcement officers (LEOs) and active-duty military personnel acting in their official capacity may be exempt from certain federal regulations, such as NFA tax stamp requirements for duty use.

• Alabama law does not impose additional restrictions requiring exemptions.

2. Proof of Exemption: Proper identification, such as department-issued credentials or military orders, may be required to qualify for federal exemptions.

This summary provides an overview of product restrictions in Alabama. For additional clarification, please consult local authorities or legal counsel.