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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
Likely no big-game or turkey allowance
Deer
Not allowed / prohibited
Likely no / unverified
Turkey
Not allowed / prohibited
Likely no / unverified
Small game
Explicitly allowed
Possibly allowed depending on species
Predators
Unresolved / not addressed
Unresolved
Other big game
Not allowed / prohibited
Likely no / unverified
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.