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it is illegal in Minnesota due to their melting laws see *******Prohibited: Handguns (other than antique firearms) where the frame, barrel, cylinder, slide or breech-lock is composed of any material with a melting point of less than 1,000 degrees F, or an ultimate tensile strength of less than 55,000 psi, or comprised of any powdered metal having a density of less than 7.5 grams/cubic centimeter. ●*** Prohibited: Ruger Wrangler .22 revolvers, Walther rimfire pistols, Cobra, Phoenix Arms, ****Heritage Arms, Hi-Point, and GSG rimfire pistols.https://www.budsgunshop.com/feeds/state_reg/minnesota_restrictions.pdf

Hi James and welcome. Yes, due to the MINNESOTA Melting Point Laws and this pistol has an alloy frame. A Steel Frame similar model that is MINNESOTA legal is here : https://www.budsgunshop.com/product_info.php/products_id/149106/htg+rough+rider+steel+.22+lr+4.75+6+round+bronze+sb --- Cheers and stay safe!

Hi James, this is true, the Wrangler does not meet MN melting point laws, as the frame & cylinder are an aluminum alloy. BUT......The new Super Wrangler has an alloy steel frame & cylinder and is MN legal https://www.budsgunshop.com/product_info.php/products_id/155724/ruger+super+wrnglr+.22+lr+5.5+6+round+brz , This comes with 2 cylinders, both .22lr and .22wmr. The steel frame/cylinder is made to handle the higher pressure of the .22 magnum cartridge, and that makes it legal in Minnesota. Stay safe & have a great day!