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Gun Laws

Information about gun laws in Texas.

Can I buy a gun out of state? Can I sell to someone from a different state?

Sales Through FFL Dealers

Federal law prohibits the sale of most firearms (including handguns) to people who live in a different state from where the sale is taking place. Dealers who have a Federal Firearms License (FFL) may sell rifles or shotguns to people who live in a different state, but only if this would comply with the laws of both the state where the sale is taking place and the state where the person lives. Texas law does not prohibit Texans from buying firearms in a different state.

Private Sales

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