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Are Airguns Legal in Maine?
Yes. Airguns are legal here for adults.
No meaningful state or national barrier for adult buyers, though local rules can still apply.
Tier 4 — Permissive
No meaningful state-level barrier for adult buyers. Local rules may still apply.
ME
The picture at a glance
Each measure below scores how restrictive Maine is on that part of owning or transferring an airgun, from permissive (green) to firearm-level (red).
ClassificationNot a firearm
Age rule16+ for sales
PossessionFree for adults
Transfer / saleAge verification
TransportNo state rule
PreemptionPartial preemption
The rules in detail
Classification
Not a firearm
Not a firearm under state law.
Age rule
16+ for sales
16+ for sales without parental permission.
Possession
Free for adults
Lawful for adults.
Transfer / sale
Age verification
Verify 16+ or parental permission.
Transport
No state rule
No state-specific transport rules.
Preemption
Partial preemption
Standard firearms preemption.
Hunting with an airgun
Small game yes; broader species not expressly verified
Deer
Unresolved / not addressed
Unresolved
Turkey
Not allowed / prohibited
No explicit allowance found
Small game
Explicitly allowed
Allowed
Predators
Unresolved / not addressed
Unresolved
Other big game
Unresolved / not addressed
Unresolved
This is a plain-language summary compiled from primary statutes and official guidance, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules vary, so verify the current rules with the relevant authority before buying, selling, or hunting.