Magazine Restrictions by State

**MAGAZINE CAPACITY RESTRICTIONS BY STATE**

**IMPORTANT:** Laws change frequently. Verify current regulations before purchase.

**STATES WITH MAGAZINE CAPACITY LIMITS:**

**10-Round Limits:**
- **California:** 10 rounds maximum (with limited exceptions)
- **Connecticut:** 10 rounds maximum (pre-ban grandfathered)
- **Hawaii:** 10 rounds maximum
- **Maryland:** 10 rounds maximum (pre-ban grandfathered)
- **Massachusetts:** 10 rounds maximum (pre-ban grandfathered)
- **New Jersey:** 10 rounds maximum
- **New York:** 10 rounds maximum, can only load 7 (SAFE Act)
- **Rhode Island:** 10 rounds maximum
- **Washington:** 10 rounds maximum (effective 2022)

**15-Round Limits:**
- **Colorado:** 15 rounds maximum (post-2013)

**Other Restrictions:**
- **Vermont:** 15 rounds for handguns, 10 for long guns
- **Illinois:** Varies by locality, Chicago has 15-round limit

**LAW ENFORCEMENT/MILITARY EXEMPTIONS:**
Most restricted states have exemptions for:
- Active law enforcement officers
- Retired law enforcement (LEOSA qualified)
- Active military personnel
- Some states extend to military veterans

**GRANDFATHERING PROVISIONS:**

**States with Grandfathering:**
- Connecticut (pre-2013)
- Maryland (pre-2013)
- Massachusetts (pre-1994)
- Colorado (pre-2013)

**No Grandfathering:**
- California
- New Jersey
- New York
- Hawaii
- Rhode Island
- Washington

**DEFINITIONS VARY:**
- Some states count removable floor plates
- Permanent modifications may be acceptable
- Disassembly requirements vary
- Rebuild restrictions differ

**SHIPPING POLICIES:**

**Cannot Ship To:**
- California (over 10 rounds)
- Connecticut (over 10 rounds, new manufacture)
- Hawaii (over 10 rounds)
- Maryland (over 10 rounds, new manufacture)
- Massachusetts (over 10 rounds, new manufacture)
- New Jersey (over 10 rounds)
- New York (over 10 rounds)
- Rhode Island (over 10 rounds)
- Washington (over 10 rounds)
- Colorado (over 15 rounds)

**LEO/Military Sales:**
- Valid credentials required
- Department letterhead may be required
- Retired LEO must show LEOSA qualification
- Active military requires orders or ID

**COMMON MAGAZINE TYPES:**

**Standard Capacity:**
- AR-15: 30 rounds
- AK-47: 30 rounds
- Glock 17: 17 rounds
- 1911: 7-8 rounds
- Most hunting rifles: 3-5 rounds

**Compliance Options:**
- Purchase 10-round versions
- Magazine blocking (permanent)
- Disassembly and parts sales
- LEO/Military exemptions where applicable

**TRAVEL CONSIDERATIONS:**
- Magazines follow state destination laws
- Possession while traveling through may be illegal
- Interstate commerce protections limited
- Consult legal counsel for travel

**PENDING LEGISLATION:**
Several states considering:
- Federal high-capacity magazine bans
- Additional state restrictions
- Grandfathering changes
- Enhanced penalties

**COMPLIANCE RESPONSIBILITY:**
- Buyer must know destination laws
- We verify shipping addresses
- Cannot ship to restricted jurisdictions
- Legal advice not provided

**VERIFICATION PROCESS:**
- Address verification required
- LEO credentials checked
- Shipping restrictions enforced
- Customer acknowledgment required

**Questions?** Call 502-272-4859 for magazine shipping questions. We maintain current shipping restriction databases but cannot provide legal advice.