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Pawn Shop ID & Hold Requirements by State
Federal & State Law Editorial TeamLast reviewed: April 2026
Government ID required for pawn transactions, mandatory hold period before resale, and police reporting requirements.
50 States2 data columnsLast updated: January 2026
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| ID Required | Hold Days | Police Report |
|---|---|---|
| Yes (gov't) | 10 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 21 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 14 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 21 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 10 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 10 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 10 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 60 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 120 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 60 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 120 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 60 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 15 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 21 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
| Yes (gov't) | 30 days | Yes |
Federal regulations under 31 CFR 103 require pawnbrokers to file Currency Transaction Reports for transactions over $10,000. Most states use electronic reporting systems like LeadsOnline for police access.
This is legal information, not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction and change frequently. Always verify current law with official sources and consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction for advice on your specific situation.