Arizona Gun Laws
Constitutional carry. No magazine limit. Castle doctrine and stand your ground.
Last reviewed against official sources on 2026-09-25. Official state source.
Arizona is a constitutional carry state with no permit required for concealed or open carry for adults 21+. The state recognizes both castle doctrine and stand your ground. No magazine limits or assault weapon bans are in place.
Key facts
- Concealed Carry: Constitutional carry — no permit required for adults 21+ (A.R.S. § 13-3102)
- Open Carry: Permitted without a permit (A.R.S. § 13-3102)
- Permit to Purchase: Not required
- Assault Weapon Ban: No ban
- Magazine Limit: No limit
- Waiting Period: None
- Universal Background Check: Not required for private sales
- Red Flag Law (ERPO): No state ERPO law
- Castle Doctrine: Yes (A.R.S. § 13-418)
- Stand Your Ground: Yes (A.R.S. § 13-405)
- Concealed Carry Reciprocity: Honors any valid permit from any state; visitors 21+ can carry concealed here without one anyway
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a permit to carry concealed in Arizona?
No. Arizona is a constitutional carry state. Adults 21 and older may carry concealed without a permit.
Does Arizona require background checks for private sales?
No. Private firearm transfers between Arizona residents do not require a background check.
Are there magazine capacity limits in Arizona?
No. Arizona does not restrict magazine capacity.
Does Arizona have a waiting period for gun purchases?
No. Arizona does not impose a waiting period.
Does Arizona recognize concealed carry permits from other states?
Yes, Arizona honors any valid concealed weapons permit issued by another state. But because Arizona is a constitutional carry state, an adult 21 or older who can legally possess a firearm doesn't need any permit — from Arizona or elsewhere — to carry concealed here in the first place.
Not legal advice. Laws change; verify with official sources.