Moderately Restrictive
Delaware Gun Laws 2026
Delaware gun law rating: B- (Moderately Restrictive). Ranked #15 out of 50 states for gun law strength. Key policies: permitless carry (No), red flag law (Yes), assault weapons ban (No).
B-
Overall Grade
#15
State Rank (strength)
Permitless Carry: No
Constitutional Carry
Red Flag: Yes
ERPO Law
Key Gun Law Provisions
| Provision | Status |
|---|---|
| Permitless (Constitutional) Carry | No |
| Red Flag Law (ERPO) | Yes |
| Assault Weapons Ban | No |
| Universal Background Checks (private sales) | Yes |
| Waiting Period | None |
| Magazine Capacity Limit | 17 rounds |
Overview
Delaware passed universal background checks and a red flag law in recent years. The state requires a permit for concealed carry.
2026 Political Impact
Delaware is solidly blue and has passed incremental gun safety measures, though it lacks the assault weapons ban that neighboring states have.