Alaska Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

Are background checks required for private gun sales in Alaska?

1. Yes, for all sales

2. No

3. Yes, but only for handguns

4. Yes, but only at gun shows

The correct answer is: No

In Alaska, background checks are only required for firearms purchased from licensed dealers. Private sales between individuals do not require a background check. Option A is incorrect because it states that all sales, including private sales, require a background check. Option C is incorrect because it specifies that only handgun sales require a background check, when in fact, all firearms purchased from licensed dealers require a background check. Option D is incorrect because it specifies that background checks are only necessary at gun shows, when in fact, they are required for all purchases from licensed dealers, whether at a gun show or not. Therefore, the correct answer is B, as there is no legal requirement for a background check on private gun sales in Alaska.