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Which of the following firearms is illegal to own in Iowa?

  1. Fully automatic weapons without a federal license

  2. Short-barreled rifles

  3. Suppressors

  4. All of the above are legal with proper permits and registrations

The correct answer is: Fully automatic weapons without a federal license

In Iowa, it is illegal to own fully automatic weapons without a federal license. This is because fully automatic weapons have the ability to continuously fire multiple rounds with a single trigger pull, making them incredibly dangerous. While short-barreled rifles and suppressors are also heavily regulated and require proper permits and registrations, they are not completely illegal to own in Iowa. However, without the proper federal license, owning a fully automatic weapon is strictly prohibited and can result in serious consequences.