Indiana Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

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What type of background check is required for a handgun license application in Indiana?

State only
Federal only
Both state and federal
No background check is required

The correct answer is: Both state and federal

In Indiana, both state and federal background checks are required for a handgun license application. This is because the state has its own laws and regulations for firearm ownership, so a state background check is necessary to comply with those rules. Additionally, federal law also requires a background check for any individual purchasing a firearm from a licensed dealer, which includes applications for a handgun license. Therefore, both state and federal background checks are necessary to ensure that the applicant is eligible to possess a handgun. Option A is incorrect because only a state background check would not fulfill the requirements of federal law. Option B is incorrect because only a federal background check would not fulfill the requirements of state law. Option D is incorrect because both state and federal background checks are required in Indiana.