Hawaii, with some of the nations toughest gunrelated laws, keeps a tight rein on gun ownership, registration and use. As previously reported last week, senate bill 2046 was introduced, aimed at criminalizing certain firearm parts, accessories and modifications. Why hawaii has americas lowest rates of gun violence. The guide to law online contains a selection of hawaii legal, judicial, and governmental sources accessible through the internet links provide access to primary documents, legal commentary, and general government information about specific jurisdictions and topics. It includes how to interact at your local hawaii gun shows as well as what bring and expect.
Lawmakers in hawaii propose repealing second amendment. Firearms being brought in to the island are required to be registered within three days of weapons arrival, or of the owners arrival, which ever occurs last. On july 24, 2018, the ninth circuit court of appeals ruled that hawaii s laws restricting open carry are unconstitutional. In addition to state and federal gun laws, the book also covers information on federal property among other gun law topics. Hawaii was the only state not to issue a single guncarry. State law that provides that, upon completion of specified requirements, a lawabiding person shall be granted a permit to carry concealed firearms. Air guns are not firearms as defined by federal or hawaii laws, so you do not need a permit to acquire or registeration at the police department. Tell us which states you have concealed carry permits in and well tell. Hawaii s gun control laws already require residents to obtain a permit prior to purchasing a firearm and people must apply for those permits through the police department. Hawaii legislators announce proposed changes to laws on mental illness, firearms. It goes without saying that gun laws in hawaii are restrictive. Hawaii law welcome to the hawaii law section of findlaw s state law collection. Last month, the duo won a major victory for gun rights when an appeals court found hawaiis restrictive handgun law unconstitutional, a ruling that could lead to a.
The hawaii gun permit to purchase extends to shotguns, rifle, and handguns. Gun laws in hawaii operate on a county level with hawaii using a may issue policy towards issuing concealed carry permits. Jun 26, 2016 hawaii, which had the fewest gun deaths per capita of any state in 2015, already had some of the nations strictest gun laws, including a requirement that all guns in the state be registered. Hawaii man uses ar15 rifle to shoot at three home invaders. Law enforcement index page law enforcement officers safety act of 2004 leosa 18 usc 926c the law enforcement officers safety act leosa is a federal statute which allows qualified active and retired law enforcement officers to carry a concealed firearm in the state of hawaii if requirements of leosa and state of hawaii laws are met. Hawaii gun laws gun laws in hawaii operate on a county level with hawaii using a may issue policy towards issuing concealed carry permits. Gun laws in hawaii regulate the sale, possession, and use of firearms and ammunition in the state of hawaii, united states. Being on the slope of hualalei, i got lots of lava scattered around for backstop, and i used an old packing mat folded up inside a box as a pellet trap. Military pistol marksmanship courses medal award, law enforcement courses, a hawaii hunter education course, or a 6hour course including 2 hours range time, instruction in hawaii gun laws, and safe handling and storage, taught by an nra certified instructor, with. Red flag gun law signed by hawaii governor governing. A person must be 18 or older to own or possessan air gun. Forms for firearms registration on oahu may be found on the hpd website and are provided here for your convenience. Military pistol courses, law enforcement courses, a hawaii hunter education course, or a 6hour course including 2 hours range time, instruction in hawaii gun laws, and safe handling and storage, taught by an nra certified instructor, with the proper affidavit, all meet the criteria. Alternately you may view the table of contents or browse the hrs sections.
As a result, they could be added to rap back because they arrived. Honolulu police chief susan ballard makes plea for new gun. The socalled rap back bill in hawaii is an extreme anti gun law that puts. Through part i, the glbs guide specifically addresses the scope of reciprocity agreements. A well regulated militia being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed. Hawaii, which had the fewest gun deaths per capita of any state in 2015, already had some of the nations strictest gun laws, including a requirement that all guns in the state be registered. Jun 29, 2016 hawaii moves forward on historic gun legislation. Gun laws in hawaii regulate the sale, possession, and use of firearms and ammunition in the. Please select a topic from the list below to get started. Buying a gun in hawaii 25 rules to a gunfight hawaii s gun shops rated. State laws and published ordinances firearms 33rd edition atf. Buy, sell, and trade new and used guns for free in hawaii.
Put this all together, and hawaii is the state with the seventhstrongest gun laws, according to grades from the brady campaign to prevent gun violence. Honolulu, hawaii 968 if you have any questions concerning the acquisition and registration of firearms check our faq page or contact the honolulu police departments firearms unit through the online email form or by calling 8087233190. The law could affect gun owners outside hawaii, because the state requires visitors carrying guns to register, hunter said. Hawaii moves forward on historic gun legislation cbs news. Hawaiis gun control laws are very similar to federal gun laws. Hawaii is the first state to enact such a law but considering all of the mass shootings that seem to make the news these days it probably wont be the last. It may just keep you from potentially dangerous criminal consequences that could be experienced after a firearm related altercation if a wrong decision is made. The bill would only affect hawaii residents who own guns or apply for gun licenses, but it create an alert system to notify the state if such residents are arrested in another state. The definitive guide for firearm and concealed carry gun laws by state. As part of the permit process, police departments check local, state, and national databases to see if the applicant has felony or violent crime convictions, or misdemeanor. Hawaii discussion and firearm news if this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above. The city and county of honolulu ordinance on air guns prohibits the possession of an airgun on public property unless it is unloaded and cased. Sep 25, 2014 the book covers all 50 states in the united states.
This course includes easytounderstand handgun safety instructions alongside detailed illustrations, animations, and liveaction videos in order to provide you with the education and skills necessary to be a knowledgeable and safe handgun owner. Beyond their concealedcarry law, the state requires permits to buy firearms, requires them to be registered, and submits. Hawaii prosecutors report that gun crime levels in the state are relatively low. Must be registered with county police chief within 5 days of purchase or arrival to hawaii. Hawaii gun laws hawaii is a may issue state for concealed carry of firearms. This publication is designed to help federal firearms licensees ffls comply with federal and state firearms laws. History and legal developments to get to the current state of affairs governing a person holding a valid license to carry, who is carrying in another state by a reciprocity agreement. Hawaii state gun law guide, news, reference, and summary. Hawaii gun laws require that all firearms, working and noneworking as well as ammunition, be registered with the appropriate chief of police.
Hawaii has long had some of the strictest gun control laws in the nation. May 24, 2016 the associated press is reporting that a proposed law in hawaii would add gun owners into an fbi database that will notify the state if a resident is arrested anywhere in the united states. State constitutional provision article 1, section 15. The law enforcement officers safety act leosa is a federal statute which allows qualified active and retired law enforcement officers to carry a concealed firearm in the state of hawaii if requirements of leosa and state of hawaii laws are met. A well regulated militia being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the. Hawaii gun owner law joins statebystate legislation. Alternately you may view the table of contents or browse the hrs sections go to page.
The hawaii defense foundation was founded in january of 2011. For all questions about hawaii gun laws read the gun law book. Subject law long guns handguns relevant statutes notes state permit required to purchase. The organization also argues that under hawaii law, gun owners are not. The book covers all 50 states in the united states.
Military pistol marksmanship courses medal award, law enforcement courses, a hawaii hunter education course, or a 6hour course including 2 hours range time, instruction in hawaii gun laws, and safe handling and storage, taught by an nra certified instructor, with the proper affidavit, all meet the criteria. Hawaii is a mayissue state, meaning carry permits are granted at the discretion of local authorities. Hawaii gun laws, by rocky davis, covers all the gun laws in the aloha state and gives the reader the perspective needed to protect himself, not only from wouldbe criminal perpetrators, but the potentially disastrous criminal consequences. Hawaii residents cannot purchase a firearm without first getting a permit to acquire the gun. Federal law prohibits drug users from purchasing and using firearms, but concrete attempts to restrict. Well, not being at the gun show i asked someone to pick up a copy for me. Proposed law in hawaii would add gun owners to fbi database. Mar 07, 2019 legislators in hawaii, which has some of the most restrictive gun laws in the united states, moved this week to bring their concerns about the second amendment to the national level. So if you need some information about a states gun laws youre in the right place. Acquiring firearm requires a permit, issued to qualified applicants by the county police chief there is a 14 day waiting period for receiving a permit, which is then valid for 6 days.
Firearms being brought in to the island are required to be registered within three days of weapons arrival. Mandatory county reporting was started in 2000 and since that date only four permits have been issued. Gun laws in the us vary considerably between states. This website provides you with links to both federal and state statutes related to. This section contains userfriendly summaries of hawaii laws as well as citations or links to relevant sections of hawaiis official online statutes. Hawaii s gun laws are among the most restrictive in the country. Hawaii gun laws and reciprocity quick reference guide. Find out where your state ranks in strong gun laws and learn about those laws. It also covers questions concerning reciprocal carry and interstate transportation. Hawaii police will reevaluate decision to confiscate guns from medical marijuana patients. Revised jan 6, 2017 state constitutional provisions the hawaii state constitution directly copies the 2nd amendment to the u. Hawaii criminal laws gun control marijuana laws child abuse more.
From the way we speak pidgin english to the things we eat, hawaii is known for being unique in many different ways. However, permits have only been issued to the public on only a few rare occasions. Chapter 4 firearms, ammunition and dangerous weapons part i. Hawaii discussion and firearm news discuss anything related to hawaii, laws, news, or anything members want to discuss with other local members. Mandatory county reporting was started in 2000 and. I had previously seen an advertisement for the book hawaii gun laws by rocky davis and wanted to take a look at it.
The socalled rap back bill in hawaii is an extreme antigun law that puts. And while hawaii is part of the united states, there are a few things beyond its size and distance that make it stand apart from the other 49 states, including some laws and rules that you may encounter only in the islands. A separate permit is required for each handgun to be acquired. Must be 21 years old to acquire a permit to purchase. There are many federal firearm laws in place and they are applicable to all fifty states, but beyond the laws set forth by the federal government, state gun laws cannot be changed by the federal government. Established in 1975, the institute for legislative action ila is the lobbying arm of the national rifle association of america. Since gun laws are regulated on a state level, the laws surrounding guns vary from one state to the next. Legislators in hawaii, which has some of the most restrictive gun laws in the united states, moved this week to bring their concerns about the second amendment to the national level in senate concurrent resolution scr no. The associated press is reporting that a proposed law in hawaii would add gun owners into an fbi database that will notify the state if a resident is arrested anywhere in the united states.
Hud handles complaints about housing discrimination, bad. Some bills would expedite mental evaluations of people. December 22, 2019 hawaii gun law, unlike many of the states in the united states, requires any person wishing to purchase or obtain a firearm to apply for a hawaii gun permit that allows the transaction of firearms. We are a hawaii based nonprofit classified as a 501. Hawaiis unique degree of gun safety would therefore seem to bear a simple explanation. If youre unfamiliar with gun shows make sure to read over the 101 gun show tips article. Registration not required for black powder and pre1899 firearms. This comprehensive publication covers the important issues relating to firearms and their ownership in the state of hawaii. David ige has approved a new law that enables family members, coworkers or police to obtain court orders blocking access to firearms. Honolulu khon2 several gun laws were discussed at the hawaii state capitol this week. Hawaii legislators announce proposed changes to laws on mental. Jul 31, 2018 put this all together, and hawaii is the state with the seventhstrongest gun laws, according to grades from the brady campaign to prevent gun violence. Dec 22, 2019 hawaii gun laws require that all firearms, working and noneworking as well as ammunition, be registered with the appropriate chief of police.
Gun laws discussed at hawaii state capitol this week khon2. Indeed, the brady campaign to prevent gun violence ranks hawaii s gun laws as sixthbest in the country. Revised february 4, 2018 download hawaii firearms laws by max cooper state constitutional provisions the hawaii state constitution directly copies the 2 nd amendment to the u. If a hawaii gun owner is arrested in the usa outside of the hawaiian islands, the fbi database will notify hawaii police.