Montana Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

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Can local governments in Montana enact their own gun control ordinances?

Yes, without any restrictions
No, they are preempted by state law
Yes, but only with state approval
Yes, but very limited in scope

The correct answer is: No, they are preempted by state law

In Montana, local governments are preempted by state law from enacting their own gun control ordinances. This means that the state law supersedes any local regulations regarding the possession, sale, or use of firearms. This preemption is designed to create a uniform set of gun laws that apply throughout the state, preventing a patchwork of different ordinances that could lead to confusion among residents and law enforcement alike. Local governments may have some limited authority to regulate firearms, such as prohibiting the discharge of weapons in certain areas for safety reasons. However, they cannot impose stricter laws that conflict with the state's established regulations on gun ownership and use.