Alaska Statute 29.35.145 broadly preempts municipalities and boroughs from regulating firearms, ammunition, and related accessories beyond very narrow exceptions allowed by state law.
Under AS 29.35.145, the authority to regulate firearms is reserved exclusively to the State of Alaska, and local governments may not enact ordinances inconsistent with state law. Municipalities may restrict firearm discharge within city limits and prohibit possession in specified municipal buildings if the building has appropriate security and storage, but they may not restrict ownership, transfer, transportation, registration, or licensing. Existing local rules conflicting with the statute are void. The preemption applies to home rule and general law municipalities alike, sharply limiting any local gun-control measures.
Local ordinances inconsistent with AS 29.35.145 are unenforceable; courts strike them down on challenge.
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