At Pink Ops™, we believe that power and protection should always be stylish—but never careless. That’s why we encourage every Combat Chic to stay informed about local laws before purchasing or carrying pepper spray.

While pepper spray is legal in all 50 states, some states have restrictions on age, canister size, ingredients, or shipping. Regulations may change, so this guide offers a helpful overview, but we always recommend a quick online check of your state’s official laws before ordering.

General Guidelines

• You must be 18 or older in most states to carry pepper spray.

• Canister size and strength restrictions vary.

• A few states do not allow pepper spray to be shipped in—even if it's legal to carry.

• Felony convictions may disqualify you from possession in certain states.

State-by-State Pepper Spray Law Summary

Alabama – Legal to carry and ship.
Alaska – Legal to carry and ship.
Arizona – Legal with no restrictions.
Arkansas – Legal; max canister size is 5.07 oz.
California – Legal; max size is 2.5 oz. Legal for ages 16+ with parental permission.
Colorado – Legal with no restrictions.
Connecticut – Legal with no restrictions.
Delaware – Legal for 18+ only.
District of Columbia (DC) – Legal without licensing as of 2023.
Florida – Legal; max size is 2 oz.
Georgia – Legal with no restrictions.
Hawaii – Legal for 18+ with no felony record. Cannot be shipped to Hawaii.
Idaho – Legal with no restrictions.
Illinois – Legal for 18+ only.
Indiana – Legal with no restrictions.
Iowa – Legal with no restrictions.
Kansas – Legal with no restrictions.
Kentucky – Legal with no restrictions.
Louisiana – Legal with no restrictions.
Maine – Legal for self-defense use only.
Maryland – Legal with no restrictions.
Massachusetts – Legal with restrictions. No felony or violent history. Shipping prohibited.
Michigan – Legal; must be 18+. Max OC content is 18%, max size 1.2 oz.
Minnesota – Legal for 16+ only.
Mississippi – Legal with no restrictions.
Missouri – Legal with no restrictions.
Montana – Legal with no restrictions.
Nebraska – Legal with no restrictions.
Nevada – Legal; max canister size is 2 oz. Minors prohibited.
New Hampshire – Legal with no restrictions.
New Jersey – Legal; max canister size is ¾ oz.
New Mexico – Legal with no restrictions.
New York – Legal for 18+ with no felony/assault record. Shipping prohibited.
North Carolina – Legal; max canister size is 1.7 oz. Felons prohibited.
North Dakota – Legal with no restrictions.
Ohio – Legal with no restrictions.
Oklahoma – Legal with no restrictions.
Oregon – Legal with no restrictions.
Pennsylvania – Legal with no restrictions.
Rhode Island – Legal with no restrictions.
South Carolina – Legal; max canister size is 1.69 oz.
South Dakota – Legal with no restrictions.
Tennessee – Legal with no restrictions.
Texas – Legal with no restrictions.
Utah – Legal with no restrictions.
Vermont – Legal with no restrictions.
Virginia – Legal with no restrictions.
Washington – Legal to carry and ship.
West Virginia – Legal with no restrictions.
Wisconsin – Legal for 18+. Max size is 2 oz. No UV dye or disguised devices.
Wyoming – Legal with no restrictions.

Pink Ops™ Safety Note

This list is updated periodically but is not legal advice or a substitute for reviewing official state guidelines. Always stay compliant, stay ready, and stay protected.

Style should never cost you your safety.
—The Pink Ops Team