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#Stun Gun State Laws (USA).

Stun Gun Laws by State

Stun Guns are not legal to own in all states. Please read below to see if your city/state is on the prohibited list or not. According to our research, the laws listed below are the most precise and accurate records available of anywhere online. Keep in mind that laws and statutes can change at any time. The laws and statutes listed below should not be used as legal advice but for informational purposes only. By continuing to stay on this page, you agree to release us from any legal issues.

NOTE: This page is updated (1) time yearly to ensure the highest level of accuracy. The laws listed below were last updated on November 4th 2013 .

Below we have separated stun gun laws into 4 different main categories. These categories are: prohibited states/cities/counties, frequently asked questions, traveling with stun guns and state statutes for ALL states. Please make sure to read each section carefully as it is important to understand as many laws as you possibly can regarding stun guns.

** NOTICE ** Even if your state is on the prohibited list, it doesn t necessary mean that you can t own a stun gun within a particular state. Stun gun retailers and manufacturers cannot ship to prohibited states, but we have found that nearly 100% of self defense product retailers are willing to ship to you if you can provide an alternate address. Most retailers are willing to ship your order to a friend or family member at an alternate address and then your friend/family can relay the package to you.

Prohibited States/Counties/Cities for Stun Guns

The following STATES are ILLEGAL to own or possess a stun gun:

• Hawaii
• Illinois LEGAL but has restrictions Illinois Stun Gun Laws
• Massachusetts
• Michigan Stun Guns are prohibited. Only devices that contain an identification and tracking system that dispenses coded material when the device is used are allowed. TASER devices are the only ones currently legal.
• New Jersey
• New York
• Rhode Island
• District of Columbia

The following CITIES are ILLEGAL to own or possess a stun gun:

• Annapolis, MD
• Baltimore, MD
• Chicago, IL
• Philadelpia, PA

The following COUNTIES are ILLEGAL to own or possess a stun gun:

Frequently Asked Stun Gun Questions

Q: For it to be legal to carry a stun gun, does it have to be concealed?

A: This will all depend on your state/city/county that you live in. Since there are so many different laws for different states, we recommend that you contact your local law enforcement office for any details that they can offer on the topic. For MOST states, the stun gun does not have to be concealed.

Q: Am I allowed to keep a stun gun in my car or purse?

A: Different regions have different regulations and laws. For almost all states, this is perfectly legal and not a problem. If you want the most precise answer for the city that you live in, we recommend contacting your local law enforcement office for details. 99% of the time we have found that it s perfectly legal to keep a  stun gun in your car or purse as long as stun guns are legal in your state.

Traveling with a stun gun

This will depend on where you are going and how you plan to carry the stun gun. According to the Transportation Security Administration, stun guns and personal self-defense sprays are allowed to be in checked baggage with restrictions. Stun guns are prohibited though from bringing them in carry-on baggage. If you would like more information regarding stun gun traveling laws, please visit the following link: http://www.tsa.gov/