Can I Buy A Machine Gun At A Gun Shop or Gun Show? Yes, no, or maybe? The answer; actually, is all three (3): “yes,” “no,” and/or “maybe.” The broad answer is “yes” if is a pre-May, 1986. All machine guns made after this time are illegal for individuals to purchase, own or possess. However, there are always exceptions. The very same machine gun may be illegal to purchase and possess if it is illegal to do so under state or local law. Most states have a law prohibiting machine guns. Several states provide exceptions for those registered under the National Firearms Read More »
