Navigating Nebraska’s gun laws is essential for responsible gun owners and enthusiasts. This 2025 guide covers ghost guns, 80% lowers, concealed carry, magazine limits, and more, ensuring you stay compliant and informed in Nebraska. For related resources, check out our detailed breakdown of ghost gun laws, 80% lowers, and more.
Summary and Gun-Friendliness Rating for Nebraska
Summary: Nebraska has permissive gun laws, with permitless concealed carry, no bans on assault weapons or magazines, no waiting periods or red flag laws, and only partial background checks.
Gun-Friendliness Rating:
75% – 0 = Strictest gun laws, 100 = Most gun-friendly
Assault Weapons Ban in Nebraska
Nebraska currently has no state-level ban on assault weapons. Source: Giffords Law Center.
Magazine Capacity Limits in Nebraska
Nebraska does not impose magazine capacity limits at the state level. Source: Giffords Law Center.
Ghost Gun Laws in Nebraska
Nebraska has no specific state laws regulating ghost guns (unserialized firearms). Source: Giffords Law Center.
Concealed Carry in Nebraska
- Permit Type:
- Permitless (Giffords Law Center)
- Description:
- In Nebraska, a permit is generally not required to carry a concealed handgun.
Waiting Period in Nebraska
Nebraska does not mandate a waiting period between the purchase and delivery of firearms. Source: Giffords Law Center.
Red Flag Laws in Nebraska
Nebraska does not have red flag laws (Extreme Risk Protection Orders) in place. Source: Giffords Law Center.
Safe Storage Requirements in Nebraska
Requirement Level: None (Source: Giffords Law Center)
Description: Nebraska does not mandate specific firearm storage requirements at the state level.
Background Checks in Nebraska
Nebraska requires background checks for some firearm sales, such as handgun transfers or sales at gun shows. Source: Giffords Law Center.
Open Carry in Nebraska
Open carry of firearms is generally allowed in Nebraska, potentially subject to local restrictions or permit requirements in certain areas. Source: Giffords Law Center.
Types of Guns Regulated in Nebraska
Nebraska does not have specific state-level bans on particular types of firearms beyond federal law. Source: Giffords Law Center.
Important Legal Cases in Nebraska
- Nebraska v. Morgan (2018): Concealed carry violations
- State v. Stanko (2016): Firearm possession laws
- Nebraska v. Covert (2020): Second Amendment challenge
- State v. Vasquez (2014): Public carry restrictions
Our Opinion on Nebraska’s Gun Laws
From a Second Amendment standpoint, Husky Armory finds Nebraska’s gun laws, rated at 75/100, offer a mixed landscape for gun owners. While Nebraska has permissive gun laws, with permitless concealed carry, no bans on assault weapons or magazines, no waiting periods or red flag laws, and only partial background checks—the presence of certain restrictions, like waiting periods or background checks, can still impede the full realization of those freedoms. We advocate for a careful balance, but believe Nebraska could take further steps to align more closely with the unalienable rights enshrined in the Constitution.
Reducing bureaucratic hurdles, such as easing carry permit processes or eliminating unnecessary delays, would better honor the Second Amendment’s intent. Nebraska has the potential to become a leader in protecting gun rights, but it must resist the creeping influence of anti-gun policies that often masquerade as public safety measures. True safety comes from empowering citizens, not disarming them.
Disclaimer: This guide provides a general overview and is not legal advice. Gun laws change frequently. Always consult official state statutes and qualified legal counsel for specific guidance. Information primarily sourced from Giffords Law Center and state legislative websites as of April 2025.
