Idaho Gun & Ammo Laws: A 2nd Amendment Overview for Idaho Gun Owners

PLEASE NOTE: The laws which impact Idaho gun owners are subject to frequent change at the local, state, and federal level so it's wise to consult an attorney or your local law enforcement agency before making any final firearms-related decisions. Our official policy on shipping ammo to Idaho can be found here, whereas the information below is meant as a reference point only.

Idaho State Constitution

The people have the right to keep and bear arms, which right shall not be abridged; but this provision shall not prevent the passage of laws to govern the carrying of weapons concealed on the person nor prevent passage of legislation providing minimum sentences for crimes committed while in possession of a firearm, nor prevent the passage of legislation providing penalties for the possession of firearms by a convicted felon, nor prevent the passage of any legislation punishing the use of a firearm. No law shall impose licensure, registration or special taxation on the ownership or possession of firearms or ammunition. Nor shall any law permit the confiscation of firearms, except those actually used in the commission of a felony.

Idaho Constitutional Provision Article I, Section 11: Right to keep and bear arms.

Other provisions relating to the power of the people over government:

All political power is inherent in the people. Government is instituted for their equal protection and benefit, and they have the right to alter, reform or abolish the same whenever they may deem it necessary; and no special privileges or immunities shall ever be granted that may not be altered, revoked, or repealed by the legislature.

Idaho Constitutional Provision Article I, Section 2: Political power inherent in the people.

The people shall have the right to assemble in a peaceable manner, to consult for their common good; to instruct their representatives, and to petition the legislature for the redress of grievances.

Idaho Constitutional Provision Article I, Section 10: Right of assembly.

Idaho Gun Laws

Idaho Gun Laws Overview (Source: NRA-ILA)
Idaho Concealed Carry (CCW) Overview (Source: HandgunLaw.us)
Gun & Weapon Law (Source: Idaho.gov)
Concealed Weapons FAQs (Source: Idaho Office of the Attorney General)

Idaho Hunting Rules & Regulations

Hunting In Idaho (Source: Idaho Department of Fish and Game)
Idaho Seasons and Rules (Source: Idaho Department of Fish and Game)
Licenses, Tags, and Permits (Source: Idaho Department of Fish and Game)
Idaho Online License Purchase Portal (Source: Idaho Department of Fish and Game)
Hunter Education Programs (Source: Idaho Department of Fish and Game)

Idaho Shooting Ranges

Public Shooting Ranges (Source: Idaho Department of Fish and Game)
NSSF-Affiliated Shooting Ranges (Source: NSSF's WhereToShoot.org)
NRA-Affiliated Shooting Ranges (Source: NRA.org)

Idaho Competitive Shooting Clubs & Matches

IDPA Clubs (Source: IDPA.com)
IDPA Matches (Source: IDPA.com)
USPSA Clubs (Source: USPSA.org)
USPSA Matches (Source: USPSA.org)
USA Shooting Clubs (Source: USAShooting.org)
USA Shooting Matches (Source: USAShooting.org)
4-H Shooting Sports State Contacts (Source: 4-HShootingSports.org)

Idaho NRA Training Courses & Fundraising Events

Idaho NRA-Affiliated Training Courses (Source: NRA.org)
Idaho "Friends of NRA" Events & News (Source: FriendsofNRA.org)

Idaho State Firearm & Hunting Associations

Idaho State Rifle & Pistol Association (NRA-Affiliated)
Idaho 2nd Amendment Alliance (GOA-Affiliated)
Idaho Chapter of Safari Club International (SCI-Affiliated)
Idaho Students for Concealed Carry (Source: ConcealedCampus.org)
Idaho Civilian Marksmanship Program (Source: TheCMP.org)
Idaho NRA-Affiliated State Association (Source: NRA.org)
Idaho Safari Club Affiliated State Association (Source: SafariClub.org)

Idaho Gun Shows and FFLs

Idaho Gun & Knife Shows (Source: GunShows-USA.com)
Idaho FFL Holders (Source: FFLGunDealers.net)
NICS Firearm Checks by State (Source: FBI.gov)

Idaho's Yearly Ranking for Gun-Friendly States

Idaho Elected Public Officials

Congressional (Source: VoteSmart.org)
Gubernatorial (Source: VoteSmart.org)
State Legislature (Source: VoteSmart.org)
Statewide Officials (Source: VoteSmart.org)
NRA's Ranking of Idaho Public Officials (Source: NRA-PVF.org)

Idaho Public Finances and Personal & Economic Freedom Rankings

Idaho State Checkbook (Source: Open The Books)
Idaho State Employees (Source: Open The Books)
Idaho Personal & Economic Freedom Ranking (Source: CATO Institute)
Idaho Civil Asset Forfeiture (aka "Policing For Profit") Ranking (Source: Institute for Justice)

Idaho State Business Tax Climate Rankings

Idaho State Business Tax Climate Rank (Source: Tax Foundation)
Taxes in Idaho (Source: Tax Foundation)

Firearm Background Check Data

Background check types

The transaction types Permit, Permit Recheck, Handgun, Long Gun, Other, Multiple and Admin on the chart are for background checks initiated by an officially-licensed Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL) or criminal justice/law enforcement agency prior to the issuance of a firearm-related permit or transfer.

Multiple indicates a background check where more than one type of firearm is associated to a single background check.

Admin indicates the administrative checks that are for other authorized uses of the NICS.

Pre-Pawn background checks requested by an officially-licensed FFL on prospective firearm transferees seeking to pledge or pawn a firearm.

Redemption background checks requested by an officially-licensed FFL on prospective firearm transferees attempting to regain possession of a firearm after pledging or pawning a firearm as security at a pawn shop.

Private Sale background checks requested by an officially-licensed FFL on prospective firearm transferees attempting to possess a firearm from a private party seller who is not an officially-licensed FFL.

Return to Seller-Private Sale background checks requested by an officially-licensed FFL on prospective firearm transferees attempting to possess a firearm from a private party seller who is not an officially-licensed FFL.

Best Gun-Friendly States Ranking

Overall Freedom Ranking

Business Tax Climate Rankings

Gun and Ammo Laws by State

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