Handgun barrel length requirement by State?

[mt]

I vaguely remember a thread on minimum barrel length and caliber for handgun hunting in various States. It was quite a while back and I'm not having any luck with the SEARCH function.

Does anyone know the particulars for New Mexico offhand?

Thanks,

mt

[r8e99sq1894dj]

try NM fish and game info on there web site should have all the rules an regs. that might the fastest way to know what they are rules change need to have the latest info before you go i hope this helps

[mt]

I tried the NM Fish and Game web site before I asked here, no joy. I saw definitions for Ammo but nothing that mentions handguns.

mt

[joej]

Here you go: www.wildlife.state.nm.us/publications/documents/rib/2011/2011-2012_Big_Game_RIB_Optimized2.pdf

They really don't mention anything about handgun barrel length or energy - each species has their own firearm section and they just mention this in the deer section as an example:
"Legal Sporting Arm Types
Any Legal Sporting Arm
Centerfire rifle or handgun; shotgun no smaller than 28 gauge,
firing a single slug; any bow and arrows; crossbows and bolts;
and any muzzleloading rifle"

Calling the State D&R might be in order for peace of mind.

[mt]

joej, thanks for the link. I was concentrating on the "Definitions" section of the web site.

mt

[usajon]

found this
You can always call the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish at (877)-950-5466

Article Source: EzineArticles.com/3976486

[leftysrh]

The Management Areas (public ground) in Alabama require 4" minimum.

[mt]

I finally got my answer, after several trips through automated phone systems and a long time on hold with 888-248-6866 Customer Assistance. Anywho, after this goat rope, the info I was given is, the caliber must be .24 or greater and there is no barrel length requirement. That is verbal only from Customer Assistance regarding hunting Elk with handgun!

mt