Is firearms legal in Connecticut?

Firearms in Connecticut is restricted. Permit (CT pistol permit) required; shall-issue ("suitable person" standard). Minimum age 21.

CONNECTICUT · FIREARMS

Firearms

Restricted: Permit (CT pistol permit) required; shall-issue ("suitable person" standard).

Restricted

Summary

Permit (CT pistol permit) required; shall-issue ("suitable person" standard). Minimum age 21.

Source: https://portal.ct.gov/despp/division-of-state-police/special-licensing-and-firearms/state-pistol-permit · Updated July 2, 2026