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| Subject/Law | Long Guns | Handguns | Relevant Statutes | Notes |
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| State permit required to purchase? | No | No | | |
| Firearm registration? | No | No | | |
| Owner license required? | No | No | | |
| Permit required for concealed carry? | No | No | | Missouri is a “shall issue” state for concealed carry. Permitless carry took effect on January 1, 2017.[91]Per the RSMo, there is no restriction on the concealed carry of long guns or any other weapons in Missouri. [92] |
| Permit required for open carry? | No | No | | Open carry is permitted. As of October 11, 2014, a valid CCW overrides local laws against open carry state wide. |
| State preemption of local restrictions? | Yes | Yes | | Local governments are allowed to regulate open carry and the discharge of firearms (except in self defense); however, CCW permit holders are exempt from ordinances banning open carry.[93]In December 2019, St. Louis passed an ordinance forbidding the carrying of firearms in city parks, athletic fields and facilities, and recreational facilities.[94][95] A lawsuit challenging the ordinance as a violation of preemption is expected. |
| Assault weapon law? | No | No | | |
| Magazine Capacity Restriction? | No | No | | |
| NFA weapons restricted? | No | No | | |
| Peaceable journey law? | Yes | Yes | | |
| Background checks required for private sales? | No | No |
