What are the Gun Laws in Maine?
Caution: This summary is meant for general purposes only. Firearm laws frequently change and the following answers may not reflect changes in the laws. Quick Reference Rifles and Shotguns • Permit to purchase rifles and shotguns? No • Registration of rifles and shotguns? No • Licensing of owners of rifles and shotguns? No • Permit to carry rifles and shotguns? No Handguns • Permit to purchase handgun? No • Registration of handguns? No • Licensing of owners of handguns? No • Permit to carry handguns? Yes Purchase No state permit is required to purchase a rifle, shotgun, or handgun. Dealers must keep a record of all firearm sales, rentals or loans. This record shall consist of the make, caliber, and serial number of the firearm and the name and address of the purchaser or recipient. This record shall be open to the inspection of any sheriff, deputy sheriff, police officer, constable, game warden or prosecuting attorney. A firearms dealer must include a safety brochure with every firearm
