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New York Magazine Capacity Laws (2026)
Restricted: New York bans any magazine that holds more than 10 rounds, and possessing one is a felony.
New York bans any magazine that holds more than 10 rounds, and possessing one is a felony. The Penal Law also still lists a 7-round limit on magazine contents, which a federal appeals court struck down in 2015.
Official source: gunsafety.ny.gov →
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Magazine Capacity in states bordering New York
The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.
- ConnecticutRestricted
Connecticut limits magazines to 10 rounds — magazines that hold more than 10 rounds are banned, except for pre-ban magazines that were registered. The limit comes from a 2013 law.
Verified May 31, 2026 · Source: cga.ct.gov · Full Connecticut rule →
- MassachusettsRestricted
Massachusetts bans possessing, selling or importing any magazine or feed device that holds more than 10 rounds (or more than 5 shotgun shells). The only possession exception for private owners is for devices lawfully possessed on September 13, 1994, and only on private property, at a dealer or gunsmith for repair, at a licensed range or shooting competition, or while traveling to those places, unloaded and locked up. The listed exceptions do not include visitors.
Verified Oct 12, 2026 · Source: mass.gov · Full Massachusetts rule →
- New JerseyRestricted
New Jersey bans magazines that hold more than 10 rounds. Possessing one is a fourth-degree crime, with narrow exceptions such as certain registered firearms and certain police officers. An attached tube that holds only .22 rimfire ammunition is not covered. Treat the limit as in force.
Verified Oct 12, 2026 · Source: njoag.gov · Full New Jersey rule →
- PennsylvaniaPermitted
No state law limits magazine capacity in Pennsylvania — standard-capacity and high-capacity magazines are legal to buy and possess under state law. Federal law sets no general capacity cap. A handful of cities around the country do have their own rules, so check locally if you're unsure.
Verified Jun 7, 2026 · Source: legis.state.pa.us · Full Pennsylvania rule →
- VermontConditional
Vermont bans possessing, buying, selling, transferring, receiving or importing a handgun magazine holding more than 15 rounds, or a long-gun magazine holding more than 10. …
Verified Oct 12, 2026 · Source: dps.vermont.gov · Full Vermont rule →
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