Permissive
New Hampshire Gun Laws 2026
New Hampshire gun law rating: D (Permissive). Ranked #35 out of 50 states for gun law strength. Key policies: permitless carry (Yes), red flag law (No), assault weapons ban (No).
D
Overall Grade
#35
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
New Hampshire has constitutional carry and minimal gun regulations, reflecting its libertarian political culture. However, the state has relatively low gun violence rates.
2026 Political Impact
New Hampshire\'s libertarianism extends to gun rights. Even Democrats running in NH rarely campaign on gun control, reflecting the political reality of the swing state.