Are Bump Stocks Legal in Vermont?

Vermont is one of the 19 U.S. jurisdictions that restrict bump-fire stocks at the state level, regardless of the federal rules. Below: the statute, the history, and the penalties.

What the law says

Vermont’s ban is codified at 13 V.S.A. § 4022 (S.55).

Vermont banned bump-fire stocks under S.55 in 2018.

The federal picture

In Garland v. Cargill (decided June 2024), the U.S. Supreme Court struck down the ATF rule that had reclassified bump stocks as machine guns. Since that ruling, bump stocks are legal under federal law. That does not help you in Vermont: the state’s own ban operates independently of federal law and remains fully enforceable.

Frequently asked questions

Is it illegal to have a bump stock in Vermont?

Yes — state law bans bump-fire stocks in Vermont, and the ban has been in force since 2018. This applies regardless of the device’s federal status.

What happens if I’m caught with one in Vermont?

Penalties vary by circumstance and charging decision. Either way, it is a criminal matter, not a fine-and-forget violation.

I bought mine legally in another state — does that matter in Vermont?

Where you bought it doesn’t change Vermont law. Possession inside the state is what the statute reaches. If you move to Vermont, consult an attorney about lawful disposition before you arrive.

Nearby states

• Are bump stocks legal in New Hampshire? (Legal)
• Are bump stocks legal in New York? (Banned)
• Are bump stocks legal in Massachusetts? (Banned)

Where that leaves you

Because of the state ban described above, bump-fire stocks cannot be sold or shipped to Vermont, and this page exists for information only.

State device laws have shifted repeatedly since 2017, in both directions. If the law in Vermont changes, our newsletter subscribers are the first to hear about it — the signup form is available on our main site.

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