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The short answer is because that is the way the law was written- at 18 you can marry, join the military, vote, buy a car- but you cannot buy a handgun or drink. I have never understood this myself. It is thought that it related to hunting, which MAINLY uses rifles and shotguns.
What else can I help you with?
Can you own a gun in Ohio if you are 13?
No, you must be 18 to purchase a long gun and 21 to purchase a handgun.
How old do you have to be to get your gun licence on ga?
You simply have to be 18 to purchase a long gun, or 21 to purchase a handgun.
What is the legal age to purchase a gun in Texas?
Hand gun - 21; long gun - 18
What are the legal requirements to purchase a gun in WV?
At a minium, 21 for a hand gun and 18 for a long gun.
Are there ways around being 21 to purchase a gun?
Not Legally.
What is the legal age to purchase a hand gun in Virginia?
21
What is the legal age to purchase a gun in Tennessee?
You must be 18 years old to purchase or possess a gun in Tennessee. However, you must be 21 years old in order to purchase ammunition.
Do you have to be 21 years old to purchase a hand gun?
In the United States, yes.
What is the legal age to own a gun in Florida Not purchase one like if one was purchased for you.?
18 for long gun, 21 for hand gun
Legal age to purchase ammunition in Oregon?
18 or 21 depending on if you are buying long gun or hand gun ammunition
What is the age to purchase a gun?
In the United States, is 21 for a handgun and 18 for a rifle or shotgun.
How old do you have to be to purchase a gun in Pennsylvania?
18 for long guns. 21 for hand guns.
