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Wisconsin gun laws 2026

CARRY
Constitutional CarryNO — Permit required
CCW Permit Name—
Open CarryVaries — check local laws
Waiting PeriodNone
Private Sale BGCNot required
RESTRICTIONS
Magazine LimitNone
Assault Weapon BanNone
SuppressorsLegal (NFA rules apply)
Red Flag LawYes (ERPO)
RECIPROCITY

Your WI permit is honored in 31 states:

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Source: handgunlaw.us, last updated 9/5/2026. Requires holder to be 21. FL: non-resident permits only. LA: issued or renewed on/after 03/09/2015. MO: issued or renewed after 8/28/2013, no provisional. PR: regular only. SD: enhanced and gold only. VA: non-resident only. WV: regular only

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FREQUENTLY ASKED — WISCONSIN GUN LAWS
Do I need a permit to carry a concealed firearm in Wisconsin?+
Yes. Wisconsin requires a concealed carry permit to carry a concealed handgun.
What is the magazine capacity limit in Wisconsin?+
There is no magazine capacity limit in Wisconsin.
Is there a waiting period to buy a gun in Wisconsin?+
Wisconsin does not have a state waiting period on firearm purchases.
Are assault weapons banned in Wisconsin?+
Wisconsin does not have a state-level assault weapons ban.
Does Wisconsin have a red flag law?+
Yes. Wisconsin has an Extreme Risk Protection Order (ERPO) law that allows courts to temporarily remove firearms from individuals deemed a risk.
⚠ Laws change frequently. Always verify with your state's statutes before carrying. This is general information, not legal advice.