New Hampshire Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

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Is a permit required to purchase a handgun in New Hampshire?

  1. Yes, for all handguns

  2. No, a permit is not required

  3. Yes, but only for residents

  4. Yes, but only for non-residents

The correct answer is: No, a permit is not required

In the state of New Hampshire, a permit is not required to purchase a handgun. Option A, yes for all handguns, is incorrect because the state does not require a permit for any type of handgun. Option C, yes but only for residents, is incorrect as the state does not require a permit for any individual, regardless of residency. Option D, yes but only for non-residents, is also incorrect as a permit is not required for any individual, regardless of residency.