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Mississippi Gun Laws

MS
permissive

Firearm Regulations

Assault Weapon Ban
No
Mag Capacity Limit
No
Permit to Purchase
No
Firearm Registration
No
Concealed Carry
Permitless (holster, 21+)
Open Carry
Yes, no permit
Red Flag Law
No
Background Check (Private)
No
NFA Weapons
Unrestricted
State Preemption
Yes

Key Notes

Permitless carry (with holster) since April 2016. Enhanced permit allows carry almost everywhere. Handgun must be in sheath, belt holster, or shoulder holster for open carry.

  • •Permitless (holster, 21+) — Adults 21+ can carry concealed in a holster, purse, or bag without a permit since April 2016. The firearm must be in a sheath, belt holster, or shoulder holster.
  • •Enhanced Carry Permit — An optional enhanced carry permit (requires training) allows carry in additional locations including churches, courthouses, and other restricted areas.
  • •Unrestricted (NFA) — All NFA items (SBRs, SBS, suppressors, machine guns, destructive devices) are legal with the federal tax stamp.
  • •State Preemption: Yes — Local governments cannot enact their own firearm regulations.
  • •Yes, no permit (Open Carry) — Open carry is legal, but the handgun must be in a sheath, belt holster, or shoulder holster.

Last updated January 15, 2026

How Mississippi Law Affects Your AR-15 Build

Plain-English implications for builders, derived from the regulations above.

Standard AR-15 Configurations Allowed

Mississippi does not restrict semi-automatic rifles by feature. Standard AR-15 configurations — including pistol grips, collapsible stocks, threaded barrels, and flash hiders — are legal for sale and ownership.

No Magazine Capacity Limit

Standard 30-round AR-15 magazines (and larger drums) are legal for sale and use in Mississippi.

NFA Items Permitted

Mississippi allows ownership of federally-regulated NFA items — including suppressors, short-barreled rifles (SBRs), and short-barreled shotguns (SBS) — with the appropriate ATF tax stamp.

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Mississippi Gun Laws — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the AR-15 legal in Mississippi?
Yes. Mississippi does not have an assault weapon ban. Standard AR-15 rifles are legal to own, purchase, and build.
What is the magazine capacity limit in Mississippi?
Mississippi has no magazine capacity limit. Standard 30-round AR-15 magazines and larger capacities are legal.
Does Mississippi require a permit to buy a firearm?
No. Mississippi does not require a state-level permit or license to purchase a firearm. Federal background-check requirements still apply at licensed dealers.
Can I conceal carry in Mississippi?
Mississippi concealed carry status: Permitless (holster, 21+). No permit is required for residents who can legally own a firearm.
Is open carry legal in Mississippi?
Mississippi open carry: Yes, no permit. Local restrictions may still apply in cities, parks, schools, or government buildings.
Are suppressors and SBRs legal in Mississippi?
Yes. Mississippi allows ownership of federally-regulated NFA items — including suppressors, short-barreled rifles (SBRs), and short-barreled shotguns — with the proper ATF tax stamp.
Does Mississippi require background checks for private sales?
No. Mississippi does not require background checks for private (non-dealer) firearm transfers, though federal law still requires checks for all licensed-dealer sales.

Sources & Further Reading

Verify current Mississippi firearm law with these authoritative resources. Laws change — always confirm with primary sources before purchasing or carrying.

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