Are Stun Guns Legal in Illinois? Your 2025 Guide

Are stun guns legal in Illinois? Yes—with a valid FOID card. A 2019 Illinois Supreme Court ruling made stun guns and tasers legal as Second Amendment “bearable arms.” Here’s what you need to know to stay safe and compliant in Illinois, including Chicago.

Illinois Stun Gun Laws at a Glance

• Legal to Own: Yes, if you’re 18+ with a FOID card.
• Carry Rules: Allowed for self-defense, but not in schools, courthouses, airports, government buildings, public transit, or firearm-free zones.
• Chicago: Same rules apply—no extra bans in the city.
• Restrictions: Can’t sell to felons.

Using Stun Guns for Self-Defense

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• When Legal: Use only if you’re in imminent danger—force must be reasonable (Illinois Criminal Code Section 24-1).
• Risks: Misuse (e.g., not self-defense) can lead to assault charges.

Example: Facing an attacker at night? A stun gun’s shock can buy you time to escape—legal if justified.

Buying a Stun Gun in Illinois

• Requirements: 18+, valid FOID card, no felony record.
• Where: Shop TBOTECH stun guns—we ship to Illinois with FOID verification.

Related Self-Defense Options

• Pepper Spray: Legal in Illinois, no FOID needed—Buy Here.
• More Laws: See our Stun Gun Laws Guide for other states.

Stay safe—get your stun gun today!