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In Alabama, the minimum age to purchase a shotgun is 18 years old. This is the same minimum age to purchase a rifle. Explanation The Gun Control Act (GCA) requires that individuals be at least 18 years old to purchase shotguns, rifles, and ammunition for them. Licensed firearms dealers cannot sell or deliver long guns to anyone they know or have reason to believe is under 18. It is illegal to transfer a firearm to a minor in Alabama without the parent's consent. Alabama defines a minor as anyone under the age of 19. You can check your state's updated statutes before purchasing or selling a firearm to a minor. Other gun laws in Alabama You must be at least 19 years old to obtain a pistol license in Alabama. You cannot purchase a gun after a violent offense or if you are a convicted domestic abuser. Open carry is allowed, but the firearm must be in a holster.

Hi Camden and welcome. Yes, Same as the Mossberg Shockwave. This a firearm, not a Shotgun/long gun. The classification is a "Firearm" due to the less than 18-inch barrel. Federal law requires purchasers of firearms to be 21 years of age. Cheers and stay safe!

Hi Camden, The Mossberg 590 Shockwave is a non-NFA firearm, which means it is not regulated by the National Firearms Act (NFA). This means that you do not need to register it with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) or pay a tax stamp to own it. You must be at least 18 years old to purchase and own a Mossberg 590 Shockwave. Check with local FFL to be sure. Stay safe & have a great day!