Tennessee Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

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What is the minimum age requirement to apply for a handgun carry permit in Tennessee?

  1. 18 years

  2. 21 years

  3. 25 years

  4. 30 years

The correct answer is: 21 years

The minimum age requirement to apply for a handgun carry permit in Tennessee is 21 years. This age limit is established to ensure that applicants are legally considered adults, allowing for a greater degree of responsibility and maturity in handling firearms. Federal law also reinforces this age requirement, as individuals must be at least 21 to purchase a handgun from a licensed dealer. Younger individuals may handle firearms in certain contexts but cannot legally carry a handgun in public until they reach this age. This regulation aims to enhance public safety and ensure that those carrying concealed weapons have reached an age associated with a higher level of legal responsibility and awareness of the implications involved in carrying a firearm.

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