Very Permissive
Montana Gun Laws 2026
Montana gun law rating: F (Very Permissive). Ranked #47 out of 50 states for gun law strength. Key policies: permitless carry (Yes), red flag law (No), assault weapons ban (No).
F
Overall Grade
#47
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
Montana has a strong gun culture tied to hunting, ranching, and frontier tradition. Constitutional carry is established and the state has minimal gun regulations.
2026 Political Impact
Montana\'s gun politics are unusual: the state has elected Democratic senators who oppose gun restrictions (Jon Tester, now retired). Gun rights cross party lines here.