Stun Gun State Laws

Stun guns are legal in most states with specific regulations to owning, purchasing, and possession of a stun gun.

Please Note: It is your responsibility to know the laws in your state, county, and city and to fully comply with them. Below are examples of some state and local restrictions. This list shows products that are prohibited in the locations indicated. When criteria must be met for ownership, those are also listed. By purchasing SABRE products, you agree not to hold Security Equipment Corporation responsible for purchasing a SABRE product that is restricted in certain areas, including where you live.

Arizona Stun Gun Laws

Sales Restrictions: ID required to purchase; Cannot purchase online

Arkansas Stun Gun Laws

Age Restriction: Must be 18+ to purchase or possess a stun gun

California Stun Gun Laws

Age Restriction: Minors that are 16+ must have written consent from legal guardian

Sales Restrictions: Convicted felons or those addicted to narcotics cannot purchase, possess, or use

Connecticut Stun Gun Laws

Age Restriction: Must be 21+

Sales Restrictions: Handgun permit or gun eligibility certificate to carry is required

Delaware Stun Gun Laws

Age Restriction: Must be 21+

We currently do not ship to Wilmington or Newark

Washington D.C. Stun Gun Laws

Age Restriction: Must be 18+

Additional Restrictions: Not allowed in most public buildings

We currently do not ship to DC

Florida Stun Gun Laws

Sales Restrictions: License to carry required

Georgia Stun Gun Laws

Restrictions: Cannot be carried on school premises or at school functions

Hawaii Stun Gun Laws

We currently do not ship to Hawaii

Idaho Stun Gun Laws

Sales Restrictions: Felons cannot possess

Illinois Stun Gun Laws

Sales Restrictions: FOID card required

Additional Restrictions: Illegal to possess or carry in Chicago

We currently do not ship to Chicago

Indiana Stun Gun Laws

Age Restriction: Must be 18+ to purchase or possess

Iowa Stun Gun Laws

Age Restriction: Must be 18+ to purchase

Additional Restrictions: Considered a deadly weapon; Illegal to sell, own, or use in Crawford County

We currently do not ship to Crawford County

Maryland Stun Gun Laws

Age Restriction: Must be 18+ to possess or use

Sales Restrictions: Felons cannot possess or purchase

Massachusetts Stun Gun Laws

Sales Restrictions: License to carry firearms required

We currently do not ship to Massachusetts

Michigan Stun Gun Laws

Contact local authorities for additional information

We currently do not ship to Michigan

Minnesota Stun Gun Laws

Age Restriction: Must be 18+ to possess or use

See 624.713, subdivision 1 for a detailed list of those prohobited from possession or use.

Mississippi Stun Gun Laws

Age Restriction: Must be 18+ to possess or use

Sales Restrictions: License to carry required

Nevada Stun Gun Laws

Age Restriction: Must be 18+

Additional Restrictions: Shall not possess if a felon, fugitive, deemed mentally ill

New Hampshire Stun Gun Laws

Age Restriction: Must be 18+

New Jersey Stun Gun Laws

Statutes on stun guns are under government review. Contact local authorities for additional information.

We currently do not ship to New Jersey

New York Stun Gun Laws

Statutes on stun guns are under government review. Contact local authorities for additional information

We currently do not ship to New York City, Long Island, or Staten Island

North Carolina Stun Gun Laws

Restrictions: Cannot carry concealed stun gun, except when on the person's own premises

Pennsylvania Stun Gun Laws

Age Restriction: Cannot be sold or transferred to anyone under 18 in Philadelphia

Additional Restrictions: Cannot possess or use electric devices if convicted of offense.

Rhode Island Stun Gun Laws

We currently do not ship to Rhode Island

Virginia Stun Gun Laws

Restrictions: Not permitted on school property (§ 18.2-308.1), courthouse (18.2-283.1), or any air carrier airport terminal (18.2-287.01)

West Virginia Stun Gun Laws

Contact local authorities for additional information

Wisconsin Stun Gun Laws

Sales Restrictions: Permit required, CCW or state license required to purchase

Additional Restrictions: Must be carried in a closed case; Defined as an "Electric Weapon"

We currently do not ship to Wisconsin

Where To Find Us

SABRE products are sold in many retailers, ranging from big-box and convenience stores to neighborhood drug stores and mom-and-pop shops. We appreciate all of our retail partners who support us in our mission to help keep people safe.

To buy pepper spray or gel in New York, Hawaii, Washington D.C., and Massachusetts, see the SABRE retailers we work with below:
New York
Hawaii
Washington D.C.
Massachussetts

In addition to regional and national mass merchant chains, SABRE products are sold at independent retailers worldwide. Learn more.

Disclaimers

The possession and/or sale of SABRE defense sprays, SABRE Red defense sprays, FRONTIERSMAN and SABRE Wild Bear Attack Deterrents, Protector Dog Attack Deterrents, SABRE pepper projectile launchers and SABRE stun guns are legal in most cities and/or states in the United States. However, some cities and/or states have chosen to establish certain restrictions surrounding the possession and/or sale of these products. To the best of SABRE’s knowledge, listed are the most current legal restrictions for cities and/or states.

Check your local laws to determine the legality of carrying SABRE, SABRE Red, FRONTIERSMAN, SABRE Wild, and Protector products in your area. SABRERED.com consumers are responsible for understanding the local and state laws concerning the purchase and use of Security Equipment Corporation's products. The consumer agrees that Security Equipment Corporation's products are not intended for illegal use. Security Equipment Corporation is not responsible for misrepresentation by the consumer nor the illegal use of our products.