Texas Resident Buying a Rifle in Colorado: Rules Apply

Yes, a Texas resident can purchase a rifle in Colorado, subject to federal and Colorado law:

• Age: 18+ for long guns (rifles/shotguns) per federal law. Colorado honors this.
• Background check: Mandatory via NICS (FBI) through the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) InstaCheck system. Dealer initiates.
• Prohibited firearms: Colorado bans assault weapons (defined by features: detachable magazine + pistol grip, folding stock, flash suppressor, etc.—see CRS 18-12-102). Texas resident cannot buy these in CO.
• Magazine limit: Colorado bans magazines >15 rounds (since 2013). Purchase must comply.
• Residency proof: Texas ID + second proof of address (utility bill, lease) may be requested.
• Handguns: Different rules—must be shipped to TX FFL for transfer. Not same-day.

Contact CBI or a Colorado FFL dealer for current specifics. Laws evolve; this is not legal advice.