Rhode Island Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

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Is a permit required to purchase a shotgun in Rhode Island?

  1. Yes

  2. No

  3. Only for residents

  4. Only for non-residents

The correct answer is: No

In Rhode Island, a permit is not required to purchase a shotgun. The answer is "No." While permits are required for handguns, shotguns and rifles can be purchased without a permit in Rhode Island. This distinction is important to remember when understanding the state's firearm laws.