Very Permissive
Arkansas Gun Laws 2026
Arkansas gun law rating: F (Very Permissive). Ranked #49 out of 50 states for gun law strength. Key policies: permitless carry (Yes), red flag law (No), assault weapons ban (No).
F
Overall Grade
#49
State Rank (strength)
Permitless Carry: Yes
Constitutional Carry
Red Flag: No
ERPO Law
Key Gun Law Provisions
| Provision | Status |
|---|---|
| Permitless (Constitutional) Carry | Yes |
| Red Flag Law (ERPO) | No |
| Assault Weapons Ban | No |
| Universal Background Checks (private sales) | No |
| Waiting Period | None |
| Magazine Capacity Limit | None |
Overview
Arkansas has among the most permissive gun laws nationally. The state passed permitless carry and has no background check requirements beyond federal law for private sales.
2026 Political Impact
Gun rights are not politically contested in Arkansas. The state is safely Republican and gun restrictions are not on the legislative agenda.