Very Permissive
Missouri Gun Laws 2026
Missouri 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
Missouri passed the Second Amendment Preservation Act (SAPA) in 2021, which attempted to nullify federal gun laws — though this was struck down by courts. Constitutional carry is in place and the state opposes all restrictions.
2026 Political Impact
Missouri\'s SAPA law was struck down by courts but reflects the state\'s aggressive gun rights posture. St. Louis and Kansas City have high gun violence despite or because of lax state laws.