MAGAZINE CAPACITY
10-round limit
Larger magazines are generally not transferable there.
Reviewed July 2026
District of Columbia gun rules at a glance.
The facts buyers and dealers ask about most, in plain language — then check any specific firearm, magazine, or ammunition SKU against District of Columbia in one search.
SUPPRESSORS
Prohibited
Civilian suppressor ownership is not permitted.
SHIPPED AMMUNITION
Routes through a dealer
Ammunition transfers go through a licensed dealer.
FIREARMS
Through a licensed dealer
Every online firearm purchase transfers through a licensed dealer there, with a federal background check at pickup.
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Search 29,000+ SKUs and see whether that exact configuration is flagged for District of Columbia — compliant variants included.
What is the magazine capacity limit in District of Columbia?
District of Columbia limits magazine capacity to 10 rounds. Manufacturers sell compliant versions of most popular firearms and magazines.
Are suppressors legal in District of Columbia?
No. District of Columbia prohibits civilian suppressor ownership regardless of the federal NFA process.
Can ammunition be shipped to District of Columbia?
Not directly to your door. District of Columbia requires shipped ammunition to route through a licensed dealer. Ammunition transfers go through a licensed dealer.
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