| − | The minimum age to purchase or own a handgun is 21, and the minimum age to get a concealed carry permit is 23.{{fact}} | + | The minimum age to purchase or own a handgun is 21<ref>[http://www.atf.treas.gov/firearms/statelaws/23rdedition/missouri.pdf Missouri Gun Statutes]</ref>, and the minimum age to get a concealed carry permit is 23.<ref>[http://www.missouricarry.com/apply1.htm MissouriCarry.com]</ref> |