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Utah Gun Laws

UT
permissive

Firearm Regulations

Assault Weapon Ban
No
Mag Capacity Limit
No
Permit to Purchase
No
Firearm Registration
No
Concealed Carry
Permitless (21+ or 18+ with permit)
Open Carry
Permitless handguns (21+)
Red Flag Law
No
Background Check (Private)
No
NFA Weapons
Unrestricted
State Preemption
Yes

Key Notes

Permitless carry effective with recent law changes. Cannot open carry loaded long guns (new law effective May 2025). Concealed carry permit available from 18.

  • •Permitless (21+ or 18+ with permit) — Adults 21+ can carry concealed without a permit. Those 18-20 can obtain a concealed carry permit, which also waives the NICS check at dealers.
  • •Permitless handguns (21+) Open Carry — Open carry of handguns is legal for those 21+ without a permit. Loaded long guns cannot be open carried under any circumstances (law effective May 2025).
  • •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.
  • •Concealed Carry Permit Benefits — While not required for 21+, the optional permit provides reciprocity with other states and waives the NICS background check at dealers.

Last updated January 15, 2026

How Utah Law Affects Your AR-15 Build

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

Standard AR-15 Configurations Allowed

Utah 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 Utah.

NFA Items Permitted

Utah 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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Utah Gun Laws — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the AR-15 legal in Utah?
Yes. Utah 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 Utah?
Utah has no magazine capacity limit. Standard 30-round AR-15 magazines and larger capacities are legal.
Does Utah require a permit to buy a firearm?
No. Utah 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 Utah?
Utah concealed carry status: Permitless (21+ or 18+ with permit). No permit is required for residents who can legally own a firearm.
Is open carry legal in Utah?
Utah open carry: Permitless handguns (21+). Local restrictions may still apply in cities, parks, schools, or government buildings.
Are suppressors and SBRs legal in Utah?
Yes. Utah allows ownership of federally-regulated NFA items — including suppressors, short-barreled rifles (SBRs), and short-barreled shotguns — with the proper ATF tax stamp.
Does Utah require background checks for private sales?
No. Utah 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 Utah firearm law with these authoritative resources. Laws change — always confirm with primary sources before purchasing or carrying.

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