Connecticut Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

What is the mandatory waiting period for purchasing a handgun in Connecticut?

1. 48 hours

2. 14 days

3. 7 days

4. There is no mandatory waiting period

The correct answer is: 14 days

In Connecticut, there is a mandatory waiting period of 14 days for purchasing a handgun. Option A is incorrect because a waiting period of only 48 hours is not long enough to complete all necessary background checks and paperwork. Option C is incorrect because a waiting period of only 7 days is also not long enough for the proper procedures to be completed. Option D is incorrect because, as mentioned, there is a mandatory waiting period in Connecticut.