{"id":1148,"date":"2018-12-26T17:44:15","date_gmt":"2018-12-26T17:44:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.delewislaw.com\/blog\/?p=1148"},"modified":"2018-12-26T17:44:15","modified_gmt":"2018-12-26T17:44:15","slug":"what-are-the-indiana-laws-for-guns","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.delewislaw.com\/blog\/what-are-the-indiana-laws-for-guns\/","title":{"rendered":"What are the Indiana Laws for Guns?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you are interested in purchasing a firearm, it is strongly\nencouraged to educate yourself on the Indiana gun control laws first. Gun\ncontrol laws are in place to regulate the purchase and use of firearms. And although\npretty standard across the board, they do differ from state to state; so\nwhatever laws you are familiar with in another jurisdiction may not be the same\nas your current place of residence. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Furthermore, there are states that have gun laws that\noverlap or contradict federal law, making the differentiation quite complex in\nsome cases. So always be sure to review Indiana gun control laws before\nacquiring or carrying a firearm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Continue reading to learn the basics surrounding Indiana gun\ncontrol laws.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"571\" src=\"https:\/\/www.delewislaw.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Gun-Crime-Lawyer-Indiana-e1545845602405-1024x571.jpg\" alt=\"Criminal Defense Law Firm 317-636-7514\" class=\"wp-image-1149\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.delewislaw.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Gun-Crime-Lawyer-Indiana-e1545845602405-1024x571.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.delewislaw.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Gun-Crime-Lawyer-Indiana-e1545845602405-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.delewislaw.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Gun-Crime-Lawyer-Indiana-e1545845602405-768x428.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.delewislaw.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Gun-Crime-Lawyer-Indiana-e1545845602405.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Criminal Defense Law Firm 317-636-7514<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who Can and Cannot Have a Gun<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Across the board, regardless of state, both minors and convicted felons are prohibited to own or carry a firearm. However, other states add onto this \u201cwho can and who can\u2019t\u201d list. For instance, some states do not permit minors and felons, as well as, those with mental disabilities and illegal aliens, to own or carry a firearm. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to authorized individuals, states also regulate which types of firearms are legal and which are not. For instance, most states ban sawed-off shotguns, machine guns, silencer guns, armor-piercing bullets, and automatic weapons. To learn more details about gun licensing regulations in Indiana, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.in.gov\/isp\/firearms.htm\">in.gov firearm licensing webpage<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Indiana Laws <\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/codes.findlaw.com\/in\/title-35-criminal-law-and-procedure\/in-code-sect-35-47-2-1.html\">\u00a7 35-47-2-21<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">In Indiana, those who cannot own or carry a firearm include\nminors, convicted felons, drug and alcohol abusers, the mentally incompetent, and\nanyone convicted of a crime involving the misuse of a gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">There is no imposed waiting period for prospective gun\nbuyers, but certain criteria must be met in order to be approved for ownership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Firearms that are banned include sawed-off shotguns, machine\nguns, silencer guns, armor-piercing ammunition, and automatic weapons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Firearms are not allowed on or near school grounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">In terms of gun control laws, any case where a state law\noverlaps with a federal law, federal law prevails. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Learn More About Your Right to Bear Arms<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.delewislaw.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/Criminal-Defense-Lawyer-Indianapolis-Indiana-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Criminal Defense Lawyer Indianapolis Indiana\" class=\"wp-image-19\" width=\"265\" height=\"176\"\/><figcaption>Criminal Defense Lawyer 317-636-7514<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to an experienced <a href=\"https:\/\/www.delewislaw.com\">Indiana criminal defense lawye<\/a>r for help understanding your rights to purchase and carry a firearm. <strong>Call Attorney David E. Lewis at 317-636-7514<\/strong> to schedule a free initial consultation to discuss your legal concerns with a seasoned Indianapolis criminal defense attorney you can trust. We work around the clock to ensure your rights are protected and your freedoms are preserved. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you are interested in purchasing a firearm, it is strongly encouraged to educate yourself on the Indiana gun control laws first. Gun control laws are in place to regulate the purchase and use of firearms. 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