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Legal Information: Virginia

Virginia State Gun Laws

Laws current as of
December 19, 2019

State Gun Laws

Below is information about state gun laws in Virginia. However, in addition to these state-specific laws, there are also federal gun laws that could apply. To fully understand all of the legal protections available, it is important that you also read the Federal Gun Laws pages.

WomensLaw.org strongly recommends that you get in touch with a domestic violence advocate or lawyer in your community for more information on gun laws in your state. To find an agency, please go to the VA Places that Help page to find help.

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