There are several type of Class 3 items that are restricted by the National Firearms Act.

• Kentucky State Gun Laws
• Ky Pistol Laws

Each state can impose additional restrictions on the sale, purchase, and transfer of class 3 firearms in addition to the compliance that is required with the national Firearms Act.

1. Kentucky's concealed carry law, set forth in KRS § 237.110, is 'shall-issue'. The law is written to allow the carry of concealed 'deadly weapons', not just handguns. Although Kentucky allows concealed carry without a permit for those 21 and over, permits are still issued. The permit is called a Concealed Deadly Weapons License (CDWL).
2. — Starting July 15, most new laws approved during the Kentucky General Assembly's regular sessions take effect. Even though the COVID-19 pandemic took a week from this year's.

In Kentucky you can own the following items that are regulated the the National Firearms Act

The law, which goes into effect June 27, will allow eligible people to carry a concealed gun without getting a permit or completing a background check and safety training. See below for a list of.

Machine Guns Silencers Any Other Weapon (AOW)
Destructive Devices (DD)
Short Barreled Shotguns (SBS)
Short Barreled Rifles (SBR)

In Kentucky you cannot own the following NFA restricted items.

None

Follow this link to find out more about Kentucky and NFA restrictions on Class 3 Firearms

Kentucky State Gun Laws

ATF is pleased to provide you with the 34th Edition of State Laws and Published Ordinances - Firearms (ATF P 5300.5). These publications will help you comply with federal and state firearms laws and, specifically, with the Gun Control Act of 1968.

Ky Pistol Laws

This material is not intended to provide legal advice and should be used only for informational purposes. It is possible that a state may have passed a more recent law(s) or issued interpretations or regulations that have yet to be published and are not included in this publication. If you have any questions regarding state, county or local laws, please contact your state's Attorney General.

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