Arizona Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

Are background checks required for private gun sales in Arizona?

1. Yes

2. No

3. Only for sales of handguns

4. Only at gun shows

The correct answer is: No

In Arizona, background checks are generally not required for private gun sales. This means that individuals can sell firearms to one another without needing to conduct a background check through a federal firearms licensee. This law applies broadly, not limited to specific types of firearms or sales venues such as gun shows. While federal law mandates background checks for sales conducted by licensed dealers, those selling privately under state law are not subject to the same requirement. Other options imply certain conditions under which background checks might be needed, but Arizona's law allows private sales without such checks, making the selected answer accurate in this context.