Alaska Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

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In Alaska, is a background check required when buying a firearm from a private individual?

  1. Yes, for all firearm sales

  2. Yes, but only for handguns

  3. No

  4. Yes, but only at gun shows

The correct answer is: No

In Alaska, a background check is not required when buying a firearm from a private individual. This exemption applies to private sales between individuals, and buyers can purchase firearms from private sellers without undergoing a background check. It is important for individuals partaking in private firearm sales to take necessary precautions to ensure the legal ownership of the firearm is transferred appropriately.