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Oregon Gun Laws

OR
moderate

Firearm Regulations

Assault Weapon Ban
No
Mag Capacity Limit
10 rounds (pending litigation)
Permit to Purchase
No (BM114 in litigation)
Firearm Registration
No
Concealed Carry
Shall Issue
Open Carry
Yes (locality restrictions)
Red Flag Law
Yes
Background Check (Private)
Yes
NFA Weapons
Unrestricted
State Preemption
Yes

Key Notes

Ballot Measure 114 (permit to purchase + 10-round mag limit) is not currently in effect due to litigation. Private sales require background check via FFL.

  • •No (BM114 in litigation) Permit to Purchase — Ballot Measure 114 included a permit-to-purchase requirement, but it is currently blocked by the courts and not in effect.
  • •10 rounds (pending litigation) Mag Limit — BM114 also included a 10-round magazine limit, but this provision is also blocked by litigation and not currently enforceable.
  • •Shall Issue (Concealed Carry) — Oregon must issue a Concealed Handgun License to qualified applicants. Training and a background check are required.
  • •Yes (locality restrictions) Open Carry — Open carry is generally legal, but cities including Portland restrict open carry of loaded firearms within city limits.
  • •Yes (Background Check Private) — All private sales must go through a licensed dealer (FFL) for a background check.
  • •Unrestricted (NFA) — All NFA items (SBRs, SBS, suppressors, machine guns, destructive devices) are legal with the federal tax stamp.

Last updated January 15, 2026

How Oregon Law Affects Your AR-15 Build

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

Standard AR-15 Configurations Allowed

Oregon 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.

NFA Items Permitted

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

Background Checks on Private Transfers

Oregon extends background-check requirements beyond licensed-dealer sales (Yes). Private transfers of complete firearms typically must run through an FFL.

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Oregon Gun Laws — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the AR-15 legal in Oregon?
Yes. Oregon 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 Oregon?
10 rounds (pending litigation). Standard 30-round magazines may not be legal for sale; compliant magazines (or pinned/welded options) are required for new builds.
Does Oregon require a permit to buy a firearm?
No (BM114 in litigation). A permit, license, or qualifying ID is required in Oregon before purchasing a firearm.
Can I conceal carry in Oregon?
Oregon concealed carry status: Shall Issue. The state must issue a permit to applicants who meet the qualifying criteria.
Is open carry legal in Oregon?
Oregon open carry: Yes (locality restrictions). Local restrictions may still apply in cities, parks, schools, or government buildings.
Are suppressors and SBRs legal in Oregon?
Yes. Oregon allows ownership of federally-regulated NFA items — including suppressors, short-barreled rifles (SBRs), and short-barreled shotguns — with the proper ATF tax stamp.
Does Oregon require background checks for private sales?
Yes. Background-check requirements in Oregon extend beyond licensed-dealer sales — most private transfers must run through an FFL.

Sources & Further Reading

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

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