Very Permissive
Mississippi Gun Laws 2026
Mississippi gun law rating: F (Very Permissive). Ranked #50 out of 50 states for gun law strength. Key policies: permitless carry (Yes), red flag law (No), assault weapons ban (No).
F
Overall Grade
#50
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
Mississippi has no meaningful gun restrictions beyond federal law. Constitutional carry is permitted and the state has consistently opposed any gun safety measures.
2026 Political Impact
Mississippi has among the highest gun death rates in the nation per capita but remains strongly opposed to restrictions. The political calculus strongly favors gun rights.