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Michigan gun regulations are governed by Michigan Penal Code Chapter 750, sections 222 through 239 and Michigan Complied Laws Chapter 28, section 422.

Illegal Firearms

The following firearms are banned in Michigan:

• Machine gun;
• Automatic weapons;
• Silencers;
• Mufflers;
• Short-barreled shot gun (except as permitted by federal law);
• Short-barreled rifle (except as permitted by federal law); and
• Armor-piercing ammunition.

A person who possesses an illegal firearm may face felony prosecution resulting in imprisonment for up to five years or a fine of up to $2,500 or both.

Waiting Period

There is no waiting period to purchase a firearm in Michigan.

Who is Prohibited from Owning a Firearm?

The following individuals are prohibited from owning a firearm in Michigan:

1. Persons under the age of eighteen;

2. Convicted felons (individuals may have their gun ownership rights restored after certain conditions are met);

3. Individuals who have been declared insane and their sanity has not been restored by court order;

4. Individuals under order for commitment due to mental illness; and

5. Persons who failed to answer seventy percent of answers correctly on Basic Pistol Safety Questionnaire needed to purchase a gun.