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Delaware Suppressors & Silencers Laws (2026)

Restricted: BANNED. A firearm silencer is a "destructive weapon" under 11 Del.

RestrictedVerified Jul 18, 2026

BANNED. A firearm silencer is a "destructive weapon" under 11 Del. C. 1444, and civilian possession is a class E felony even if federally NFA-registered. Narrow military/police/wildlife-biologist exceptions only.

Official source: delcode.delaware.gov →

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