Alabama law preempts most local firearm regulations, reserving authority over guns, ammunition, and accessories exclusively to the state legislature under Code Section 13A-11-61.3.
Code of Alabama Section 13A-11-61.3 prohibits counties, municipalities, and political subdivisions from enacting ordinances regulating the purchase, ownership, transportation, possession, use, transfer, registration, taxation, or licensing of firearms, ammunition, or firearm accessories. Localities may not pass rules more restrictive than state law. Limited exceptions exist for regulating discharge within city limits and possession in municipal buildings. The statute allows individuals harmed by a violating ordinance to seek declaratory and injunctive relief, plus attorney fees against the locality.
Local ordinances conflicting with state firearms law are void and unenforceable; localities may face civil suits.
See how Prichard's local firearms preemption rules stack up against other locations.
Help us keep this page accurate. If you notice an error or outdated information, let us know.