Firearms in Alabama (2026)

2 rules on the books across Alabama. Select a rule to read the full details.

Severity: Few Restrictions · Light Restrictions · Some Restrictions · Significant Restrictions · Heavy Restrictions

Local Firearms Preemption

Whether your state expressly bars cities from passing their own firearms ordinances, and what (if anything) cities can still regulate.

Alabama law preempts most local firearm regulations, reserving authority over guns, ammunition, and accessories…

State concealed carry licensing, reciprocity with other states, and where concealed carry is prohibited statewide regardless of local rules.

Alabama allows permitless concealed carry of handguns for lawful adults, while still issuing optional permits for…