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New Gun Ownership Laws Will Clamp Down on Who, Where, and When Oregonians Can Buy and Carry Firearms News By Lucille McNamara On Mar 28, 2025 FILE - Oregon State Capitol - October 2024 - Salem, Oregon | Photo by Seth Smigelski Oregonians prohibited from owning firearms who attempt to buy one will be reported to law enforcement agencies, parole and probation officers, and the courts. This is just one of the stipulations in new legislation under the scrutiny of lawmakers who are considering imposing stricter gun ownership laws within the state. Gun dealers and Buyers Will Have to Cool Their Heels for 72 Hours Oregon lawmakers are debating a bill to introduce a mandatory 72-hour wait period while firearm purchases are validated. Gun dealers and buyers will have to cool their heels for 72 hours, even if a background check results in immediate approval. Background checks must include confirmation of a valid permit to purchase a firearm, ID documentation, and fingerprint verification. Oregon State Police will have to report anyone not allowed to purchase a firearm, and who attempts to do so, to law enforcement agencies, parole and probation officers, and the courts within 24 hours. Ownership of Rapid-Fire Activators Will Be Illegal and Age Restriction Will Be Imposed Possession of ‘rapid-fire activators’ to increase the rate of fire, such as dual triggers, auto sears, and bump stocks, will be classified as Class A misdemeanors. The manufacture or transfer of such devices will be classified as a Class B felony. The bill also proposes raising the minimum age for gun ownership from 18 to 21 years. However, ownership of firearms like shotguns and bolt-action rifles will be legal for ages 18 to 20. Exemption will be given to members of law enforcement and the military while on duty. However, they will not be allowed the carry firearms off-duty if they are under 21. Holders of Concealed Handgun Licenses (CHL) will no longer be able to carry weapons into schools, airports, and government buildings where mandatory signage appears. Share Twitter Facebook ReddIt WhatsApp Pinterest Email