Delaware Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

How does Delaware classify assault weapons?

1. As ordinary firearms

2. Highly restricted

3. Banned

4. Delaware has no specific classification

The correct answer is: Delaware has no specific classification

Delaware does not have a specific legal classification for assault weapons, meaning that the state does not designate them distinctly as a separate category compared to other firearms. This lack of a specific classification means that the laws governing firearms in Delaware do not include special provisions or restrictions solely for weapons labeled as assault weapons. In practice, this allows for the legal possession and use of firearms that might be considered assault weapons elsewhere, as long as they comply with general firearm regulations in the state. This contrasts with other states that have enacted specific bans or restrictions on certain types of firearms identified as assault weapons. In Delaware, the absence of designated classification recognizes the complexity of defining what constitutes an "assault weapon" and reflects a legal framework that treats them similarly to standard firearms, provided that the owner adheres to all regulatory requirements regarding firearm ownership and use.