Getting a gun in america if youve been EOD in past?

[Ww42]

Is it possible to buy a gun with an involuntary psychiatric EOD order in your history? Will they even check that in a background check?

 

[Guy Smiley]

It depends which state, but most do not allow gun sales to people who have been involuntarily detained. But in some states, I think you can still buy a hunting rifle or shotgun (just not a handgun or assault rifle). And in some states, background checks are not required for any gun purchases if buying from a gun show or a private seller.

Basically, in America, there is nothing that can stop a person who is determined to get a gun from getting a gun.

 

[Ww42]

It depends which state, but most do not allow gun sales to people who have been involuntarily detained. But in some states, I think you can still buy a hunting rifle or shotgun (just not a handgun or assault rifle). And in some states, background checks are not required for any gun purchases if buying from a gun show or a private seller.

Basically, in America, there is nothing that can stop a person who is determined to get a gun from getting a gun.

My state does not require private sellers to do a background check. So i guess if i find a private seller, im good then

 

[Guy Smiley]

My state does not require private sellers to do a background check. So i guess if i find a private seller, im good then

You're golden then. There are websites where private sellers list their guns they're selling. You should be able to buy pretty much any type of gun you want with ease. God bless America

 

[Dark Window]

If you're from the UK, what the chances of you getting your hands on a gun if you're visiting america?

Could apply for citizenship and acquire a gun? I've seen alot of videos of people killing themselves at firing ranges.

 

[Forveleth]

If you're from the UK, what the chances of you getting your hands on a gun if you're visiting america?

Could apply for citizenship and acquire a gun? I've seen alot of videos of people killing themselves at firing ranges.

It takes several years to get citizenship in the US so your plan may be slightly delayed. Your best bet is to find a state with lax gun laws for private sales.

 

[Dark Window]

It takes several years to get citizenship in the US so your plan may be slightly delayed. Your best bet is to find a state with lax gun laws for private sales.

Any suggestions?

So there are states where anyone can show up at a gun fair and by a shotgun?

 

[Forveleth]

Any suggestions?

So there are states where anyone can show up at a gun fair and by a shotgun?

I don't have gun laws for all 50 states memorized (and they're all different), so I don't know. However, states that are more rural and/or southern tend to be more lax about guns:

• South Carolina?
• Georgia
• Alabama
• Mississippi
• Florida
• Louisiana
• Arkansas
• Tennessee
• Kentucky?
• Wyoming
• Montana
• Idaho
• North Dakota?
• Alaska

You will have to check laws individually in these states but these are going to be your best bet.

 

[Guy Smiley]

I don't have gun laws for all 50 states memorized (and they're all different), so I don't know. However, states that are more rural and/or southern tend to be more lax about guns:

• South Carolina?
• Georgia
• Alabama
• Mississippi
• Florida
• Louisiana
• Arkansas
• Tennessee
• Kentucky?
• Wyoming
• Montana
• Idaho
• North Dakota?
• Alaska

You will have to check laws individually in these states but these are going to be your best bet.

Add Arizona and Texas to that list.

Any suggestions?

So there are states where anyone can show up at a gun fair and by a shotgun?

Yes, there are many states where anyone can show up at a gun show and buy any kind of gun they want without any background check. There are also several states where anyone can buy any kind of gun they want from a private seller. The states listed by @Forveleth (plus Arizona and Texas) have lax gun laws and are good starting points. Technically, the seller is supposed to require identification that proves the buyer is a resident of the state, but plenty of sellers won't even ask for this. And even if they ask for it, you could just tell them you've recently moved there and are still waiting for your state ID or driver's license. Make them a good offer (more than they're asking for) and they'll probably go ahead and sell to you. As far as purchasing ammunition, you can buy that at any gun store without any ID.

 

[ham and potatoes]

I don't have gun laws for all 50 states memorized (and they're all different), so I don't know. However, states that are more rural and/or southern tend to be more lax

I know you missed my state, and probably many others, where anyone can can 100% go to a gun show, and unless the person selling there is a registered dealer, there is no background check or paperwork.
Just trade cash for gun.
And I mean, there are lots of other places besides gun shows where people buy and sell guns.
Local advertising papers for instance

If you're from the UK, what the chances of you getting your hands on a gun if you're visiting america?

Could apply for citizenship and acquire a gun? I've seen alot of videos of people killing themselves at firing ranges.

Seeing as how the 1st amendment doesn't only apply to US citizens, I can't imagine the 2nd would.

 

[Dark Window]

Add Arizona and Texas to that list.



Yes, there are many states where anyone can show up at a gun show and buy any kind of gun they want without any background check. There are also several states where anyone can buy any kind of gun they want from a private seller. The states listed by @Forveleth (plus Arizona and Texas) have lax gun laws and are good starting points. Technically, the seller is supposed to require identification that proves the buyer is a resident of the state, but plenty of sellers won't even ask for this. And even if they ask for it, you could just tell them you've recently moved there and are still waiting for your state ID or driver's license. Make them a good offer (more than they're asking for) and they'll probably go ahead and sell to you. As far as purchasing ammunition, you can buy that at any gun store without any ID.

Thanks for this info.

Part of me is considering a trip to the states, purely to blow my head off with a shotgun lol.

 

[UKscotty]

I think the laws only apply in shops.

Private sellers can pretty much do whatever they want. Maybe they have to make sure the buyer is over 18 but I doubt there are any other requirements.

I'm not American but I find the gun laws fascinating.