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Are Airguns Legal in Michigan?
Yes, with conditions.
Generally legal, but with real rules to follow — usually age verification, and in some places a low-power threshold.
Tier 3 — Moderate
Mainly age verification (typically 18+), with some local variance.
MI
The picture at a glance
Each measure below scores how restrictive Michigan is on that part of owning or transferring an airgun, from permissive (green) to firearm-level (red).
ClassificationNot a firearm, but…
Age ruleNo state rule
PossessionFree for adults
Transfer / saleNo state process
TransportNo state rule
PreemptionState preempts
The rules in detail
Classification
Not a firearm, but…
Hybrid: NOT a firearm under the Penal Code (MCL 750.222), but IS treated as a firearm for hunting/wildlife (MCL 324.40102(12)). 2015 Air Gun Reclassification Package (PA 26-29).
Age rule
No state rule
No specific state-level airgun age rule.
Possession
Free for adults
Lawful for adults under penal code.
Transfer / sale
No state process
No state-imposed transfer process for non-hunting transactions.
Transport
No state rule
No state-specific transport rules.
Preemption
State preempts
EXPLICIT preemption covers 'pneumatic guns' (MCL 123.1102) — one of the cleanest preemption frameworks in the country.
Hunting with an airgun
Deer allowance verified in limited firearms deer zone
Deer
Explicitly allowed
Allowed
Turkey
Unresolved / not addressed
Unresolved
Small game
Unresolved / not addressed
Unresolved
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.