Rhode Island Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

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Under Rhode Island law, which of the following is a requirement to purchase a handgun?

  1. Completion of a safety course

  2. A state-issued handgun purchase license

  3. Approval from local police chief

  4. All of the above

The correct answer is: All of the above

In Rhode Island, to purchase a handgun, individuals must fulfill multiple requirements. One of the requirements is the completion of a safety course to ensure gun owners are knowledgeable about safe handling and operation of firearms. Additionally, individuals need to obtain a state-issued handgun purchase license, which involves background checks and other necessary steps. Approval from the local police chief is also a prerequisite for purchasing a handgun in Rhode Island. Therefore, all of the options listed are correct as they represent the comprehensive steps and regulations that individuals must adhere to when purchasing a handgun in the state.