How is an Airsoft gun defined under Minnesota Law? It is a BB gun or a replica?
“Airsoft Guns” are not specifically defined by Minnesota law. However, airsoft guns share characteristics of “airguns”, “BB guns”, and “Replica Firearms” under Minnesota law. As a result, they are subject to statutes covering all three definitions. Under Minnesota Law, any crime involving an Airsoft gun is treated as if an actual real-steel firearm was used. Relevant Cases: Minnesota v. Peterson Minnesota v.
