Are Flamethrowers Legal? State-by-State Guide (2026)

Quick Answer

Flamethrowers is legal in 48 states as of 2026. It's banned in 1 state and restricted with conditions in 1. Laws vary significantly — what's perfectly fine in one state can carry criminal penalties next door.

48 Legal

1 Restricted

1 Illegal

Last verified: April 2026 · About our research

Flamethrowers Legality Map

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All 50 States

State	Status	Summary
Alabama	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Alabama with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative changes r...	Details →
Alaska	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Alaska with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative changes re...	Details →
Arizona	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Arizona with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative changes r...	Details →
Arkansas	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Arkansas with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative changes ...	Details →
California	RESTRICTED	Flamethrowers require a permit from the State Fire Marshal in California. Civilian ownership is allowed with proper lice...	Details →
Colorado	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Colorado with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative changes ...	Details →
Connecticut	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Connecticut with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative chang...	Details →
Delaware	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Delaware with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative changes ...	Details →
Florida	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Florida with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative changes r...	Details →
Georgia	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Georgia with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative changes r...	Details →
Hawaii	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Hawaii with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative changes re...	Details →
Idaho	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Idaho with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative changes reg...	Details →
Illinois	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Illinois with no state-level restrictions. Bills to regulate flamethrowers hav...	Details →
Indiana	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Indiana with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative changes r...	Details →
Iowa	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Iowa with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative changes rega...	Details →
Kansas	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Kansas with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative changes re...	Details →
Kentucky	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Kentucky with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative changes ...	Details →
Louisiana	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Louisiana with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative changes...	Details →
Maine	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Maine with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative changes reg...	Details →
Maryland	ILLEGAL	Flamethrowers are banned for civilian possession in Maryland under state law.	Details →
Massachusetts	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Massachusetts with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative cha...	Details →
Michigan	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Michigan with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative changes ...	Details →
Minnesota	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Minnesota with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative changes...	Details →
Mississippi	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Mississippi with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative chang...	Details →
Missouri	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Missouri with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative changes ...	Details →
Montana	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Montana with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative changes r...	Details →
Nebraska	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Nebraska with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative changes ...	Details →
Nevada	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Nevada with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative changes re...	Details →
New Hampshire	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in New Hampshire with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative cha...	Details →
New Jersey	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in New Jersey with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative change...	Details →
New Mexico	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in New Mexico with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative change...	Details →
New York	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in New York with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative changes ...	Details →
North Carolina	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in North Carolina with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative ch...	Details →
North Dakota	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in North Dakota with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative chan...	Details →
Ohio	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Ohio with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative changes rega...	Details →
Oklahoma	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Oklahoma with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative changes ...	Details →
Oregon	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Oregon with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative changes re...	Details →
Pennsylvania	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Pennsylvania with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative chan...	Details →
Rhode Island	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Rhode Island with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative chan...	Details →
South Carolina	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in South Carolina with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative ch...	Details →
South Dakota	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in South Dakota with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative chan...	Details →
Tennessee	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Tennessee with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative changes...	Details →
Texas	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Texas with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative changes reg...	Details →
Utah	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Utah with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative changes rega...	Details →
Vermont	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Vermont with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative changes r...	Details →
Virginia	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Virginia with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative changes ...	Details →
Washington	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Washington with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative change...	Details →
West Virginia	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in West Virginia with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative cha...	Details →
Wisconsin	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Wisconsin with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative changes...	Details →
Wyoming	LEGAL	Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Wyoming with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative changes r...	Details →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Flamethrowers legal in the United States?

How many states allow flamethrowers?

As of 2026, flamethrowers is legal in 48 states, restricted with conditions in 1 state, and illegal in 1 state. Use the map and table on this page to check your specific state.

What happens if you get caught with flamethrowers in a state where it's illegal?

Penalties range from civil fines to felony charges depending on the state. Some states treat first offenses as misdemeanors with small fines, while others classify possession as a felony carrying prison time. Check the specific state page for exact penalties, charge levels, and enforcement likelihood.

Can you travel across state lines with flamethrowers?

Crossing state lines changes which laws apply. If flamethrowers is legal in your home state but illegal in the state you're entering, you can face criminal charges the moment you cross the border. This applies to driving, flying, and shipping.