7 Popular Guns Getting Banned in 2026: The New Official List

Published on January 27, 2026
Duration: 12:55

This video breaks down Colorado's SB250003, which defines a restricted category of semi-automatic firearms based on mechanical function rather than brand names. Effective August 1, 2026, this law requires a firearm safety course for purchasing or transferring these 'Specified Semi-Automatic Firearms' (SSFs), which include semi-automatic rifles and shotguns with detachable magazines. The law imposes criminal penalties for violations, impacting the sale and transfer of common firearms like AR-15s, AKs, AR-10s, FN SCAR 17S, and magazine-fed shotguns.

Quick Summary

Colorado's SB250003, effective August 1, 2026, restricts semi-automatic rifles and shotguns with detachable magazines, termed 'Specified Semi-Automatic Firearms' (SSFs). Purchasing or transferring these firearms will require a safety course, and violations carry criminal penalties, impacting common models like AR-15s, AKs, and magazine-fed shotguns.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Colorado's SB250003 law and when does it take effect?

Colorado's SB250003 defines a restricted category of firearms as semi-automatic rifles and shotguns that accept detachable magazines. This law, impacting the purchase and transfer of these 'Specified Semi-Automatic Firearms' (SSFs), takes effect on August 1, 2026.

Which types of firearms are affected by Colorado's SB250003?

The law broadly covers any semi-automatic rifle or shotgun that accepts a detachable magazine. This includes popular platforms like AR-15s, AKs, AR-10s, premium models such as the FN SCAR 17S, and many magazine-fed semi-automatic shotguns, regardless of brand.

What is required to purchase or transfer a Specified Semi-Automatic Firearm (SSF) in Colorado after August 1, 2026?

After August 1, 2026, individuals must complete a state-approved firearm safety course before they can legally purchase or transfer a Specified Semi-Automatic Firearm (SSF) in Colorado. This applies to all firearms meeting the law's definition.

What are the penalties for violating Colorado's SB250003 law?

Violating Colorado's SB250003 by unlawfully manufacturing, selling, transferring, or purchasing a Specified Semi-Automatic Firearm (SSF) after the August 1, 2026, deadline can result in criminal charges. Penalties range from a Class 2 misdemeanor to a Class 6 felony for repeat offenses.

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