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| Subject/Law | Long guns | Handguns | Relevant Statutes | Notes |
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| State permit required to purchase? | No | No | None | |
| Firearm registration? | No | No | None | |
| Assault weapon law? | No | No | None | |
| Owner license required? | No | No | None | |
| Permit required for concealed carry? | N/A | No | AS 18.65.700 through 18.65.778 | May carry concealed without permit, though permits can be issued for those who wish to have them. |
| Permit required for open carry? | No | No | None | May carry openly without permit/license. |
| State Preemption of local restrictions? | Yes | Yes | AS 29.35.145 | Municipalities may enact and enforce local regulations only if they are identical to, and provide the same penalty as, State law. |
| NFA weapons restricted? | No | No | None | |
| Shall Certify? | Yes | Yes | AS 18.65.810 | Shall certify within 30 days. |
| Peaceable Journey laws? | No | No | None | Federal rules observed. |
| Background checks required for private sales? | No | No | None |
