Delaware
| Subject/Law | Long guns | Handguns | Relevant statutes | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| State Permit to Purchase? | No | No | ||
| Firearm registration? | No | No | ||
| "Assault weapon" law? | No | No | ||
| Owner license required? | No | No | ||
| Carry permits issued? | Yes | Yes | 11 Del.C. ยง 1441(j) | |
| Open Carry? | Yes | Yes | May carry openly without permit/license. | |
| State Preemption of local restrictions? | Yes* | Yes* | Complete Preemption except any local ordinances that were in effect at the time that preemption was passed (July 4, 1985) are still in effect and are NOT preempted | |
| NFA weapons restricted? | Yes | Yes | Civilian ownership for research purposes only | |
| Peaceable Journey laws? | No | No | Federal rules observed. |
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