Delaware:
Do you need a permit to purchase a gun?
No.
Do you need to register your firearm with local law enforcement?
No.
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Must gun owners have a license for their guns?
No.
Do you need a permit to carry a firearm?
Yes, though in practice most places these permits are freely given to anyone provided they aren’t barred from owning a firearm.
Does the state allow open carry?
Yes.
Does the state preempt local restrictions?
Yes.
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By GlobalDataAre there extra restrictions on assault weapons?
No.
Does the state restrict NFA weapons?
Mostly. Machine guns, silencers, and some other weapons are restricted for the average citizen. However, former military and law enforcement officers are not bound by these restrictions.
Does the state require background checks required for private sales?
Yes, a licensed dealer must be sought to perform a background check. They must also keep a record of a the sale. However, those who own a license to carry a concealed deadly weapon do not have to have a background check before selling or buying guns privately.
