Buying a Gun in Georgia
The age to buy a gun in Georgia, background checks for dealer and private sales, any waiting period, and rules on ghost guns.
Short answer: Handguns: it is unlawful to intentionally, knowingly or recklessly sell or furnish a pistol or revolver to a minor (under 18), though a parent or guardian may permit a minor's possession for listed purposes; O.C.G.A. §§ 16-11-101.1(b), 16-11-132(b)-(c)
| Age to buy a gun | Handguns: it is unlawful to intentionally, knowingly or recklessly sell or furnish a pistol or revolver to a minor (under 18), though a parent or guardian may permit a minor's possession for listed purposes; persons under 18 may not possess or control a handgun except during hunter or firearms safety courses, target shooting at a range, competitions, lawful hunting or fishing, travel to or from those activities with the handgun unloaded, on property controlled by a parent, guardian or grandparent with permission, or at home with permission for self-defense. Long guns: no Georgia statute setting a minimum age to buy or possess a long gun was found. Read on codes.findlaw.com (a public copy of the official code); check against the official code. |
|---|
More Georgia gun laws
FAQ
How old do you have to be to buy a gun in Georgia?
Handguns: it is unlawful to intentionally, knowingly or recklessly sell or furnish a pistol or revolver to a minor (under 18), though a parent or guardian may permit a minor's possession for listed purposes; persons under 18 may not possess or control a handgun except during hunter or firearms safety courses, target shooting at a range, competitions, lawful hunting or fishing, travel to or from those activities with the handgun unloaded, on property controlled by a parent, guardian or grandparent with permission, or at home with permission for self-defense. Long guns: no Georgia statute setting a minimum age to buy or possess a long gun was found.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.