Black Powder pistols fall under the same category as modern handguns/firearms in Washington state. You must meet the same requirements to purchase and/or be in possession of one the same as if it were a Glock 9mm. A black powder firearm is regulated under Washington State Law and requires all state mandated transfer requirements (page 9 WA State DOL Firearms Dealer Training Manual) and under Washington State Law, if you are prohibited from owning or possessing a modern firearm, you are prohibited from owning a black powder firearm as well. This is a fairly recent change in Washington (within the last couple of years) and over 90% of the states, including California and even Washington, D.C. have no such requirements in order to purchase, own or possess a black powder firearm be it rifle or hand gun. Prior tothis change, you simply needed to provide i.d to prove you were of age (18), lay down the money and walk out the door.
no they do not ----- In general, black powder handguns do not require registration. I would check with local authorities, however, because the registration laws vary from state to state, and may even involve local ordinances.
It depends on the state law in the state you live in. In most states you will need a concealed weapon permit. So long as you have a CWP you should be fine, not the best for personal protection, but it will work.
In Vermont, a convicted felon is generally prohibited from possessing firearms, including black powder pistols, as they are classified as firearms under state law. However, Vermont does not have a specific law that addresses the ownership of black powder firearms for felons. It is advisable for individuals in this situation to consult with a legal expert to understand their rights and any potential legal implications.
I know as far as carry goes the same laws govern black powder as moder firearms, as for purchase I don't know. The NRA-ILA website has a information database of gun laws by state and an ask the experts section that should be able to help.www.nraila.org
I imagine state laws vary on this but in Texas you do not have to call anybody to transfer a black powder gun.
The address of the Black Heritage Society Of Washington State is: Po Box22961, Seattle, WA 98122-0961
In New York State, black powder pistols are considered firearms and require a permit to possess and carry, just like other firearms. The process for obtaining a permit for a black powder pistol is similar to that for other firearms.
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The questions is not "Black Powder", More it is a question of the definitions of a firearm and of a pistol. CT law would consider a black powder pistol a firearm because it can fire a projectile and the barrel length would also fall under the definition of a pistol. Below is a decision made in CT from the law library. "Replica antique pistol, which fired a .44 caliber ball propelled by a black powder charge, instead of a bullet from a fixed cartridge, constituted a weapon under section; defendant's claim of implicit "antique gun exception" to prohibitions of section rejected. 49 CS 248." Source: "CT legislative law"
Washington... The Gold Finch
check with you state Attorney General
In the state of Missouri Its perfectly legal to hunt with a black powder rifle during deer season. In all counties