Arizona Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

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Who is eligible to purchase a firearm in Arizona?

Anyone over the age of 21
Only Arizona residents
Anyone with a valid ID
Non-felons over the age of 18

The correct answer is: Non-felons over the age of 18

In Arizona, individuals who are non-felons and over the age of 18 are eligible to purchase a firearm. This reflects federal law, which allows adults aged 18 and older to buy firearms, provided they are not prohibited from doing so due to felony convictions or other disqualifying factors. While it is true that most firearms purchases from dealers are restricted to those over 21, private sales can legally occur with individuals who are 18 and older, as long as they meet all eligibility criteria. This means they must not be prohibited possessors, which includes those with felony convictions, certain misdemeanor convictions, or those who have been judged mentally incompetent. The other options imply restrictions that don’t align with Arizona's laws. For example, only Arizona residents or anyone with a valid ID are not comprehensive enough to capture the full criteria needed for eligibility to purchase firearms in the state. Therefore, focusing on the status of being a non-felon and being over 18 encapsulates the correct understanding of eligibility under Arizona gun laws.