DC Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

Are high capacity magazines allowed in DC?

1. Yes, without restrictions

2. Yes, but only for law enforcement

3. No

4. Yes, but limited to 10 rounds

The correct answer is: No

High capacity magazines are not allowed in DC, meaning that they are prohibited and cannot be legally owned or used by anyone. Option A is incorrect because there are restrictions on the possession and use of high capacity magazines in DC. Option B is incorrect because it implies that only law enforcement can have high capacity magazines, which is not true. Option D is incorrect because, although there are limitations on the capacity of magazines allowed in DC, any number over 10 rounds is not allowed. Therefore, C is the correct answer as it accurately states that high capacity magazines are not allowed in DC.