Very Permissive
Indiana Gun Laws 2026
Indiana gun law rating: F (Very Permissive). Ranked #45 out of 50 states for gun law strength. Key policies: permitless carry (Yes), red flag law (No), assault weapons ban (No).
F
Overall Grade
#45
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
Indiana passed permitless carry in 2022 and has consistently opposed gun safety measures. The state serves as a major source of firearms that end up at Chicago crime scenes, according to ATF trace data.
2026 Political Impact
Indiana\'s loose gun laws have been criticized by Illinois officials for contributing to cross-border gun trafficking into Chicago. The political will to change this does not exist in Indiana\'s GOP supermajority.