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Are Airguns Legal in Wyoming?
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.
WY
The picture at a glance
Each measure below scores how restrictive Wyoming is on that part of owning or transferring an airgun, from permissive (green) to firearm-level (red).
ClassificationNot a firearm
Age ruleNo state rule
PossessionFree for adults
Transfer / saleNo state process
TransportNo state rule
PreemptionState preempts
The rules in detail
Classification
Not a firearm
Not a firearm under state law.
Age rule
No state rule
No specific state-level airgun age rule.
Possession
Free for adults
Lawful for adults.
Transfer / sale
No state process
No state-imposed transfer process.
Transport
No state rule
No state-specific transport rules.
Preemption
State preempts
Likely covered (WY Stat § 6-8-401 uses broad 'weapons' language).
Hunting with an airgun
No big-game, trophy-game or turkey allowance; airguns legal for small game and predatory animals only
Deer
Not allowed / prohibited
Not allowed
Turkey
Not allowed / prohibited
Not allowed
Small game
Allowed with conditions
Allowed: small game and blue/ruffed grouse 'in any manner' (Ch. 32 § 5(c)); other game birds shotgun/archery only
Predators
Unresolved / not addressed
Unresolved
Other big game
Not allowed / prohibited
Not allowed (big and trophy game)
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This is a plain-language summary compiled from primary statutes and official guidance. It isn't legal advice. Laws change and local rules vary, so verify the current rules with the relevant authority before buying, selling, or hunting.