Gun Laws/Hawaii/Reviewed September 16, 2026
Are suppressors legal in Hawaii?
Quick answer
No
Hawaii: Machine guns, SBR, SBS, Suppressors banned.
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Not legal advice. Source: GunPartPicker state law review, September 16, 2026
Suppressor laws by state
What you can run instead in Hawaii
Suppressors are off the table in Hawaii. A muzzle brake or flash hider is not.
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Hawaii law in detail
- Machine guns, SBR, SBS, Suppressors banned (NFA) — Nearly all NFA items are prohibited for civilians. Only destructive devices may be obtainable in very limited circumstances.
The federal rule
Suppressors are regulated under the National Firearms Act. The federal tax on a suppressor dropped from $200 to $0 on January 1, 2026, but you still need an approved ATF Form 4 and registration before taking possession. State law can ban them outright even when federal law allows them.
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Frequently asked questions
Are suppressors legal in Hawaii?
No. Hawaii: Machine guns, SBR, SBS, Suppressors banned. Reviewed September 16, 2026.
What is the federal rule on suppressors?
Suppressors are regulated under the National Firearms Act. The federal tax on a suppressor dropped from $200 to $0 on January 1, 2026, but you still need an approved ATF Form 4 and registration before taking possession. State law can ban them outright even when federal law allows them.
How many states restrict suppressors?
Nationwide by our review: 42 states: legal with tax stamp; 8: banned.
More Hawaii gun laws
Legal disclaimer: This page summarizes state law for general information and is not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can be stricter. Confirm with the Hawaii statutes, the state attorney general or a licensed attorney before buying, building or traveling.