guide to right-to-carry reciprocity and recognition · right to carry reciprocity and recognition,...

• The right to self-defense neither begins nor ends at a state border.

• A law-abiding citizen does not suffer a character change by crossing a state line.

• An “unalienable right” is not determined by geographical boundaries.

• A patchwork of state laws regarding the carrying of firearms can make criminals outof honest folks, especially those who frequently must travel the states to earn a living.

• Using data for all 3,054 U.S. counties from 1977 to 1994, University of Chicago Prof.John Lott finds that for each additional year a concealed handgun law is in effect themurder rate declines by 3%, robberies by over 2%, and the rape rate by 2%.

In spite of the truth of these statements and the fact that nearly half of all Americans live in statesthat allow a law-abiding citizen to carry a firearm concealed for personal protection, it has not beencommonplace that these same citizens could carry their firearm across states lines. NRA-ILA isworking to pass right-to-carry reciprocity laws granting permit holders the ability to carry theirfirearms legally while visiting or traveling beyond their home state.

In order to assist NRA Members in determining which states recognize their permits, NRA-ILA hascreated this guide. This guide is not to be considered as legal advice or a restatement of the law. Itis important to remember that state carry laws vary considerably. Be sure to check with state andlocal authorities outside your home state for a complete listing of restrictions on carrying concealedin that state. Many states restrict carrying in bars, restaurants (where alcohol is served),establishments where packaged alcohol is sold, schools, colleges, universities, churches, parks,sporting events, correctional facilities, courthouses, federal and state government offices/buildings,banks, airport terminals, police stations, polling places, any posted private property restricting thecarrying of concealed firearms, etc. In addition to state restrictions, federal law prohibits carrying onmilitary bases, in national parks and the sterile area of airports. National Forests usually follow lawsof the state wherein the forest is located.

There are other conditions imposed by some states that one should be aware of before attempting tocarry in that state. Please review the state website.

NOTE: Alaska and Vermont allow the concealed carry of firearms without a permit. Vermontresidents traveling to other states must first obtain a non-resident permit from that state—if available—prior to carrying concealed. Alaska still issues permits to those who want them, allowing them tobenefit by recognition and reciprocity laws.

NOTE TO READERS: Right To Carry reciprocity and recognition between the various states is subject to frequentchange through legislative action and regulatory interpretation. This information is the best available at the time ofpublication. This summary is not intended as legal advice or restatement of law.

Guide to Right-to-CarryReciprocity and

Recognition

Rev. 08/2010

1

Right to Carry Reciprocity and Recognition, cont.

ALABAMA

Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi,Missouri, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont,Wyoming

County SheriffPermits not granted.

Reasonable May IssueRight-To-Carry Law Type:

http://www.ago.state.al.us/ag_items.cfm?issue=64

$20 1 year

Alaska*, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado*, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi,Missouri, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Wyoming(* must be 21)

Alabama Dept. of Public Safety310 South Ripley StreetMontgomery, Alabama 36102Phone: (334)242-4371Email: [email protected]

Attorney General500 Dexter Ave.Montgomery, Alabama 36130Phone: 334-242-7300

Issuing Authority:Contact agency for

out of state permits:These states recognize

your permit:

Cost & Term of Permit:

This state recognizespermits from thefollowing states:

Key Government Offices:

ALASKA

Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana,Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, NorthDakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, WetVirginia, Wyoming

State TrooperPermits not granted.

Shall IssueRight-To-Carry Law Type:

http://www.dps.state.ak.us/statewide/permitslicensing/reciprocity.aspx

$94.25 / $25 renewal or replacement 5 years

No permit required to carry concealed in Alaska. (Permits can be obtained by residents who wish to carry in otherstates.)

Alaska Concealed Handgun Permit Program5700 East Tudor RoadAnchorage, Alaska 99507Phone: (907) 269-0392



your permit:




ARIZONA

Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana.Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, New Mexico, New Hampshire*, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio,Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia,Wyoming (* must be 21)

Arizona Department of Public SafetyArizona Department of Public Safety


http://www.azdps.gov/services/concealed_weapons

$60 / $43 renewal 4 years

All state permits.

Arizona Department of Public SafetyAttn: Concealed Weapons Permit UnitP.O. Box 6488Phoenix, Arizona 85005Phone: (602) 256-6280 and (800) 256-6280Fax: (602) 223-2928Email: [email protected]

Arizona Attorney General1275 W. Washington StreetPhoenix, Arizona 85007Phone: (602) 542-4266 and (888) 377-6108



your permit:




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ARKANSAS

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan,Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma,Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia

State PolicePermits not granted.


www.asp.state.ar.us/divisions/rs/rs_chl.html

$144.25 / $60 renewal 4 Years

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana,Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio,Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia

Regulatory Services DivisionAttn: Arkansas State Police#1 State Police Plaza DriveLittle Rock, Arkansas 72209-2971Phone: 501-618-8627Fax: 501-618-8647

Office of the Attorney General200 Catlett-Prien Tower323 Center StreetLittle Rock, Arkansas 72201Phone: 501-682-1323 (1-800-448-3014)Email: [email protected]



your permit:




CALIFORNIA

Alaska, Arizona, Idaho, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, Montana, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas,Utah, Vermont


Restrictive May IssueRight-To-Carry Law Type:

http://ag.ca.gov

varies 2 years maximum

None

California Attorney GeneralAttn: Department of JusticeP.O. Box 944255Sacramento, California 94244-2550Phone: (916) 445-9555



your permit:




COLORADO

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana,Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma,Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Wyoming



http://cbi.state.co.us/ccw/reciprocity.asp

$52.50 new or renewal 5 years

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Delaware, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana,Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma,Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Wyoming *For residents of issuing state only.

Attorney General1525 Sherman StreetDenver, Colorado 80203Phone: (303) 866-4500Fax: (303) 866-5691Email: [email protected]

Colorado Bureau of Investigation690 Kipling St. Suite 3000Denver, Colorado 80215Phone: (303) 239-5850Email: [email protected]



your permit:




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CONNECTICUT

Alaska, Arizona, Idaho, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, Montana, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont

Chief of PoliceDepartment of Public Safety, Special Licenses & Firearms Unit


http://www.ct.gov/dps/cwp/view.asp?a=2158Q=294502&dpsnav=1

$35 new or renewal 5 years

None

Department of Public Safety1111 Country Club RoadMiddletown, Connecticut 06450-9294Phone: (860) 685-8000Fax: (860) 685-8354Email: [email protected]

Attorney General55 Elm StreetHartford, Connecticut 06106Phone: 860-808-5318Fax: 860 808-5387Email: [email protected]



your permit:




DELAWARE

Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Indiana, Kentucky, Maine, Michigan, Missouri, New Mexico,North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia

Prothonotary of Superior CourtPermits not granted.


http://attorneygeneral.delaware.gov/crime/concealedweapons.shtml

$34.50 plus other fees Initially 2 years, renewal for 3 years.

Alaska, Arkansas, Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Kentucky, Maine, Michigan, Missouri, North Carolina, North Dakota,Ohio, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, West Virginia

Delaware State Police3036 Upper King RoadDover, Delaware 19904Phone: (302) 697-4454

Attorney GeneralCarvel State Office Building820 N. French StreetWilmington, Delaware 19801Email: [email protected]



your permit:




FLORIDA

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana,Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota,Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia,Washington, West Virginia, Wyoming

Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of LicensingDepartment of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Licensing


http://licgweb.doacs.state.fl.us/news/concealed_carry.html

Residents: $154 5 years

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana,Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota,Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, WestVirginia, Wyoming *For residents of issuing state only.

Florida Dept. of Agriculture and Consumer Services,Division of LicensingP.O. Box 6687Tallahassee, Florida 32314-6687Phone: (850) 488-5381email: [email protected]

Office of Attorney GeneralState of Florida The CapitalTallahasse, Florida 32399-1050Phone: 850-414-3300Fax: 850-410-1630email: [email protected]



your permit:




4


GEORGIA

Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi,Missouri, Montana, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah,Vermont, Wyoming

County Probate JudgePermits not granted.


http://gbi.georgia.gov

Fees vary by county 5 years

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi,Missouri, Montana, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah,Wyoming

Georgia Bureau of InvestigationP.O. Box 370748Decatur, Georgia 30037-0748Phone: (404) 244-2501

Georgia Attorney General40 Capitol Square, SWAtlanta, Georgia 30334-1300Phone: 404-656-3300



your permit:




HAWAII

Alaska, Arizona, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas,Utah, Vermont

Chief of PolicePermits not granted.


http://www.honolulupd.org/info/gunlaw.htm

varies varies

None

Honolulu Police DepartmentAttn: Firearms Division801 S. BeretaniaHonolulu, Hawaii 96813Phone: 808-529-3371, Fax: [email protected]://www.honolulupd.org/service/gunlaw/htm

Attorney GeneralDepartment of the Attorney General425 Queen StreetHonolulu, Hawaii 96813



your permit:




IDAHO

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri,Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Dakota,Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Wyoming

County SheriffAny Sheriffs’ Department


http://www.isp.idaho.gov/patrol/faqs.html http://www2.state.id.us/ag/faq/concealedweaponspermit.htm

$20, Renewal $15 5 years

All state permits

Idaho Department of Law Enforcement700 S. Stratford DrP.O. Box 700Meridian, Idaho 83642Phone: (208)884-7000

Idaho Attorney General700 W. State StreetP.O. Box 83720Boise, Idaho 83720-0010Phone: (208) 334-2400Fax: (208) 854-8071



your permit:




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ILLINOIS

None

Permits Not AvailablePermits not granted.

Non-IssueRight-To-Carry Law Type:

http://www.isp.state.il.us

n/a n/a

None

Illinois State PoliceP.O. Box 19461Springfield, Illinois 62794-9461Phone: 217-782-7263Fax: 217-785-2821

Attorney General500 South Second St.Springfield, Illinois 62706Phone: (217) 782-1090Email: [email protected]



your permit:




INDIANA

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi,Missouri, Montana, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Dakota,Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Wyoming

State Police through Chief Law Enforcement Officer of MunicipalityNon-residents that have a place of business or employment in Indiana may apply to sheriff in county of business oremployment.


http://www.in.gov/isp/

$15-$125, depending on type 4 years or lifetime

All state permits recognized for non-Indiana residents.

State Police100 North Senate AvenueIndiana Government Center North, 3rd FloorIndianapolis, Indiana 46204-2259Phone: (317) 232-8200

Indiana Attorney GeneralState House, Room 219Indianapolis, Indiana 46204Phone: (317) 232 - 6201



your permit:




IOWA


Sheriff for residents, Commissioner of Public Safety for non residentsCommissioner of Public Safety


http://www.state.ia.us/government/dps/asd/weapon_permits.shtml

$10 / $5 renewal 1 year

none

Iowa Department of Public SafetyWallace State Office BuildingDes Moines, Iowa 50319Phone: (515) 281-3211Email: [email protected]

Attorney General1305 E. Walnut StreetDes Moines, Iowa 50319Phone: 515-281-5164Fax: 515-281-4209Email: [email protected]



your permit:




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KANSAS

Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri,Montana, Nevada, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont

Attorney GeneralPermits Not Granted.


http://www.ksag.org/page/concealed-carry

Not to exceed $150; not to exceed $100 for renewal 4 years

Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Hawaii, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska,Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, West Virginia

Attorney General: Concealed Carry Unit720 S.W. Jackson, Suite 204Topeka, Kansas 66603Phone: (785) 291-3765Fax: (785) 368-6468Email: [email protected]

Highway PatrolGeneral Headquarters122 SW 7th StreetTopeka, Kansas 66603-3847Phone: 785-296-6800Fax: 785-296-3049



your permit:




KENTUCKY

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana,Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota,Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, WestVirginia, Wyoming

State PolicePermits not granted.


http://www.kentuckystatepolice.org/conceal.htm#recip

$60 5 years

All state permits recognized.

Kentucky State Police919 Versailles RoadFrankfort, Kentucky 40601Phone: (502) 695-6300

Office of the Kentucky Attorney General700 Capitol Avenue, Suite 118Frankfort, Kentucky 40601Phone: (502) 696-5300



your permit:




LOUISIANA

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Michigan,Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota,Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, WestVirginia, Wyoming

Department of Public Safety & CorrectionsPermits not granted.


http://www.lsp.org/handguns.html

$50 for 2 year permit, $100 for 4 year permit / $25/$50 for renewals 2 years or 4 years

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan,Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota,Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia,Wyoming

Louisiana State Police/Department of Public SafetyP.O. Box 66375Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70896-6375Phone: 225-925-4867Fax: 225-925-0225Email: [email protected]

Louisiana Attorney GeneralState Capitol, 24th FloorP.O. Box 940005Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70804Phone: (225) 326-6705 Fax: (225) 326-6793http://www.ag.state.la.us



your permit:




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MAINE

Alaska, Arizona,Delaware, Idaho, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah,Vermont

First Selectman/Chief of PoliceChief of State Police


http://www.maine.gov/dps/msp/licenses/weapons_permits.html

Residents: new $35. renewal $20. Non residents: new & renewal $60. 4 years

Delaware, North Dakota (class 1), South Dakota, Louisiana, Wyoming

Department of Public SafetyMaine State Police, Licensing Division164 State House StationAugusta, Maine 043333-0164Phone: (207) 624-7210

Attorney General6 State House StationAugusta, Maine 04333Phone: (207) 626-8800http://www.maine.gov/ag



your permit:




MARYLAND


Superintendent of State PoliceSuperintendent of State Police


http://www.mdsp.org

New $127.25 Renewal $69.25 2 years

None

Maryland State PoliceHandgun Permit Section7751 Washington BlvdJessup, Maryland 20794Phone: (410) 486-3101

Attorney General200 St. Paul PlaceBaltimore, Maryland 21202Phone: (410) 576-6300Fax: (410) 576-6447www.oag.state.md.us



your permit:




MASSACHUSETTS


Department of State Police, Firearms Record BureauPermits are technically available for non-residents, but are rarely granted.


http://www.state.ma.us/chsb/frb/frb.html

Residents and Non-Residents: $100. Residents: 5 years. Non res.: 1 year.

None

Firearms Records BureauAttn: Firearms License200 Arlington StreetSuite 2200Chelsea, Massachusetts 02150Phone: (617) 660-4780

Massachusetts State Police470 Worcester RoadFramingham, Massachusetts 01702Phone: (508) 820-2300Email: [email protected]



your permit:




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MICHIGAN

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky,Louisiana, Montana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, NorthDakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia,Washington, West Virginia, Wyoming

County Gun Board/SheriffPermits not granted.


http://www.michigan.gov/gov

$105 New and renewal. 5 years

All state permits recognized, as long as permit holder is resident of issuing state.

Michigan Department of State Police714 S. Harrison RoadEast Lansing, Michigan 48823Phone: (517) 332-2521

Michigan Attorney GeneralP.O. Box30013Lansing, Michigan 48909Phone: (517) 373-3400Fax: (517) 335-7858http://www.ag.state.mi.us



your permit:




MINNESOTA

Alaska, Arizona, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, Montana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, SouthDakota, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Virginia

Chief of Police/County SheriffAny Minnesota County Shreiff


http://www.dps.state.mn.us/bca/CJIS/Documents/CarryPermit/States.html

Not to exceed $100 / renewal not to exced $75 5 years

Alaska, Arkansas, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, New Mexico, Nevada, Ohio, Oklahoma,Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Wyoming

Minnesota Department of Public Safety444 Cedar StreetSaint Paul, Minnesota 55101Phone: (651) [email protected]

Minnesota Attorney General102 State CapitolSt. Paul, Minnesota 55155Phone: (651) 296-6196Fax: (651) 297-4193http://www.ag.state.mn.us



your permit:




MISSISSIPPI

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Georgia, Florida, Idaho, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan,Missouri, Montana, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont ,Washington, West Virginia, Wyoming

Department of Public Safety/Highway PatrolPermits not granted.


http://www.dps.state.ms.us/dps/dps.nsf

New: $132 / Renewal: $82 4 years

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota,Missouri, Montana, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington,West Virginia, Wyoming

Mississippi State PoliceP. O. Box 958Jackson, Mississippi 39205-0958Phone: (601) 987-1212Email: [email protected]

Attorney GeneralP.O. Box 220Jackson, Mississippi 39205-0220Phone: (601) 987-1586http://www.ago.state.ms.us



your permit:




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MISSOURI

Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Arizona, Colorado, Delaware, Georgia, Florida, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky,Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, NorthCarolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah,Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wyoming



http://ago.mo.gov/Concealed-Weapons/Concealed-Carry-Reciprocity-Missouri.htm

$100 3 years

All state permits are recognized.

Deparment of Public SafetyP.O. Box 749Jefferson City, Missouri 65102-0749Phone: (573) 751-4905Fax: (573) 751-5399

Attorney GeneralSupreme Court Building 207 W. High St.P.O. Box 899Jefferson City, Missouri 65102Phone: (573) 751-3321Fax: (573) 751-0774http://www.ago.state.mo.us



your permit:




MONTANA

Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi,Missouri, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas,Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Wyoming



http://doj.mt.gov/enforcement/criminaljustice/concealedweapons.asp

New: $50. Renewal: $25. 4 years

Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas,Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, NewJersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, SouthCarolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wyoming

Montana Highway Patrol2550 Prospect Ave.P.O. Box 201419Helena, Montana 59620-1419Phone: (406) 444-3780Fax: (406) 444-4169

Montana Attorney GeneralP.O. Box 201401Helena, Montana 59620-1401Phone: 406-444-2026Fax: 406-444-3549email: [email protected]



your permit:




NEBRASKA

Alaska, Arkansas, Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, NorthCarolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont

Nebraska State PolicePermits not granted.


http://www.nsp.state.ne.us

$100 / $50 renewal 5 years

Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Idaho, Hawaii, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan,Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota (class 1 permit), Ohio, Oklahoma,Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, West Virginia, Wyoming

Nebraska State PatrolP.O. Box 94907Lincoln, Nebraska 68509Phone: 402-471-4545

Attorney General2115 State CapitolP.O. Box 98920Lincoln, Nebraska 68509-8920Phone: 402-471-2682Fax: 402-471-3297



your permit:




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NEVADA

Alaska, Arizona, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Oklahoma,South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont

County SheriffIn person with any County Sheriff


http://www.nvrepository.state.nv.us/ccw_changes.shtml

Not to exceed $60 / renewal $25 5 years; 3 years non-resident

Alaska, Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio, Tennessee, West Virginia

Office of the Attorney General100 N. Carson StreetCarson City, Nevada 89701-4717Phone: (775)684-1100Fax: (775) 684-1108Email: [email protected]



your permit:




NEW HAMPSHIRE

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi,Missouri, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Wyoming

Selectman/Mayor or Chief of PoliceDirector of State Police


http://www.nh.gov/safety/divisions/nhsp/ssb/permitslicensing/plupr.html

Residents: $10. Non Residents: $20. 4 years

Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas (law enforcement only) Arizona**, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kentucky,Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Utah,Wyoming *For residents of issuing state only. ** 21 years old only.

Director of State PolicePermits and Licensing Unit35 Hazen DriveConcord, New Hampshire 03305Phone: (603) 271-3575Fax: (603) 271-1153



your permit:




NEW JERSEY

Alaska, Arizona, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, Montana, Oklahoma, South Dakota,Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont

Chief of Police/Superintendent of State PoliceSuperintendent of State Police--Permits are technically available for non-residents, but are rarely granted.


http://www.njsp.org/faq.html#firearms

$20 2 years

None

New Jersey State PoliceFirearms Investigation UnitPO Box 7068West Trenton, NJ 08628-0068609-882-2000 ext. 6619

Office of the Attorney GeneralDept. of Law & Public SafetyP.O. Box 080Trenton, New Jersey 08625-0080Phone: (609) 292-4925, Fax: (609) 292-3508http://www.state.nj.us/njsp/about/firearms.html



your permit:




11


NEW MEXICO

Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, NorthDakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Wyoming

Department of Public SafetyPermits not granted.


http://www.dps.nm.org/

$100 for initial permit plus fingerprint fee. $75 for renewal. 4 years

Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, North Carolina,North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wyoming

Department of Public SafetySID/Concealed Carry Unit6301 Indian School RoadAlbuquerque, New Mexico 87110(505) 841-8053

Attorney General407 Galisteo StreetBataan Memorial Building, Rm 260Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501Phone: (505) 827-6000, Fax: (505) 827-5826http://www.nmag.gov



your permit:




NEW YORK


Varies by countyPermits not granted.


http://www.troopers.state.ny.us/firearms/

Varies by county Varies, 2 years to lifetime

None

State PoliceCounsel’s OfficeBldg. 22, 1220 Washington Ave.Albany, New York 12226Phone: (518) 457-6811

Office of the Attorney GeneralThe CapitalAlbany, New York 12224-0341Phone: (212)416-8000http://www.oag.state.ny.us



your permit:




NORTH CAROLINA

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky,Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma,Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia,Wyoming



http://www.ncdoj.com

$90, $85 renewal 5 years

Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Arizona, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Louisiana, Kansas,Kentucky, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire (residential only), North Dakota,Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, WestVirginia, Wyoming

North Carolina Highway Partol512 N. Salisbury Street4701 Mail Service CenterRaleigh, North Carolina 27699-4702Phone: (919) 733-7952Email: [email protected]

Attorney GeneralNorth Carolina Department of Justice9001 Mail Service CenterRaleigh, North Carolina 27699-9001Phone: 919-716-6400 Fax: 919-716-6750Email: [email protected]



your permit:




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NORTH DAKOTA

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona,Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky,Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, Montana, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma,Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Wyoming

Chief of the Bureau of Criminal InvestigationChief of the Bureau of Criminal Investigation


http://www.ag.state.nd.us/BCI/cw/reciprocity.htm

$45 3 years until June 30, 2011

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky,Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, Montana, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma,Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah

North Dakota Office of Attorney GeneralBureau of Criminal InvestigationBismarck, North Dakota 58502-1054Phone: (701) 328-5550 (800) 472-2185Fax: (701) 328-5510Email: [email protected]



your permit:




OHIO

Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri,Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont,Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wyoming



http://www.ohioattorneygeneral.gov/enforcement/concealed-carry/reciprocity-agreements

$55 new and renewal. $24 background check 5 years

Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Idaho, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, North Carolina, NorthDakota, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wyoming

Ohio Highway PatrolP O Box 182074Columbus, Ohio 43232http://www.state.oh.us/ohiostatepatrol1(877) 772-8765

Attorney General30 E. Broad Street 17th FloorColumbus, Ohio 43215-3428Phone: (614) 466-4320Fax: (614) 466-5057



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OKLAHOMA

Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Arizona, Colorado, Delaware, Florida. Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky,Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, NorthCarolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia,Washington, West Vriginia, Wyoming

State Bureau of InvestigationPermits not granted.


http://www.osbi.state.ok.us/

5 years: New $100, Renewal $85 / 10 years: $200. Renewal $170 5 years/ 10 years


Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation6600 N. Harvey Suite 300Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73116Phone: (405) 848-6724 or(800) 207-6724 outside OK [email protected]

Attorney General313 NE 21st StreetOklahoma City, Oklahoma 73105Phone: (405) 521-3921, (918) 581-2885Fax: (405) 521-6246http://www.oag.state.of.us



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OREGON

Alaska, Arizona, Idaho, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, Montana, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah,Vermont

County SheriffDiscretionary to residents of contiguous states only


http://www.oregon.gov/osp/

New: $65. Renewal $50. 4 years

None

State Police400 Public Service Bldg.255 Capitol St. N.E.Salem, Oregon 97310Phone: (503) 378-3720 Fax: (503) 378-8282http://www.osp.state.or.us

Attorney GeneralJustice Department1162 Court St. NESalem Oregon, 97310Phone: (503) 378-4400, Fax: (503) 378-5938http://www.doj.state.or.us



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PENNSYLVANIA

Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri,Montana, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont,Virginia, West Virginia, Wyoming

County Sheriff or Chief of PoliceAny Sheriff’s Department


http://www.attorneygeneral.gov/crime

$26 5 years

Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri,Montana, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia,West Virginia, Wyoming

State Police1800 Elmerton AvenueHarrisburg, Pennsylvania 17110-9758Phone: (717) 783-5599Fax: (717) 787-2948

Attorney General16th Floor, Strawberry SquareHarrisburg, Pennsylvania 17120Phone: 717-787-3391Fax: (717) 787-8242http://www.attorneygeneral.gov



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RHODE ISLAND

Alaska, Arizona, Idaho, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah,Vermont

Attorney GeneralAttorney General by mail only. Permits are technically available for non-residents, but are rarely granted.


http://www.riag.state.ri.us/

$40 4 years

None

State Police311 Danielson PikeNorth Scituate, Rhode Island 02857Phone: (401) 444-1000Fax: (401) 444-1105http://www.risp.state.ri.us

Attorney General150 South Main StreetProvidence, Rhode Island 02903Phone: (401) 274-4400Fax: (401) 222-1331http://www.riag.state.ri.us



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SOUTH CAROLINA

Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, Montana, New Mexico,North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia,west, Virginia, Wyoming

S.C. Law Enforcement DivisionPermits not granted.


http://www.sled.sc.gov/reciprocity1

$50 new or renewal 4 years

Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, North Carolina, Ohio,Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia, Wyoming*For residents of issuing state only.

South Carolina Law Enforcement DivisionAttn: Regulatory Services UnitP.O. Box 21398Columbia, South Carolina 29221Phone: 803-896-7099

Attorney GeneralBox 11549Columbia, South Carolina 29211Phone: (803) 734-3970Fax: (803) 253-6283http://www.scattorneygeneral.org



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SOUTH DAKOTA

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan,Misissippi, Missouri, Montana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Utah,Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wyoming

Chief of Police/County Sheriff/Secretary of StatePermits not granted.


http://sdsos.gov/firearms

$10 4 years


Secretary of StateCapital Building500 E. Capital Street Suite 204Pierre, South Dakota 57501(605) 773-3537Fax; (505) 773-6580

Attorney General1302 E. Hwy 14, Suite 1Pierre, South Dakota 57501-5070Phone: (605)-773-3215Fax: 605)773-4106http://www.state.sd.us/attorney



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TENNESSEE

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky,Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, NorthCarolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia,West Virginia, Wyoming

Department of Public Safety, Handgun Carry Permit OfficeDepartment of Public Safety, Handgun Carry Permit Office


http://www.state.tn.us/safety/handgunmain.htm

New: $115; Renewal: $50 4 years


Tennessee Department of SafetyAttn: Handgun Carry Permit Office1150 Foster AveNashville, Tennessee 37249-1000Phone: (866) 849-3548

Attorney GeneralP.O. Box 20207Nashville, Tennessee 37202Phone: (615) 741-3491Fax: (615) 741-2009http://www.tn.gov/attorneygeneral



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TEXAS

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky,Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota,Oklahoma, South Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Virginia, Vermont, Wyoming

Department of Public SafetyDepartment of Public Safety


http://www.txdps.state.tx.us

$140, $70 renewals 4 years initial / 5 years renewal

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Hawaii, Florida, Idaho,Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana,Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania,Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wyoming

Texas Department of Public SafetyConcealed Handgun Licensing SectionP O Box 4087Austin, Texas 78791-4143Phone: (512) 424-7293 (512) 424-2000 or (800) 224-5744http://www.txdps.state.tx.us

Attorney GeneralP. O. Box 12548Austin, Texas 78711-2548Phone: (512) 463-2100Fax: (512) 475-2994http://www.oag.state.tx.us



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UTAH

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana,Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio,Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wyoming

Department of Public Safety, Utah Bureau of Criminal IdentificationDepartment of Public Safety


http://publicsafety.utah.gov/bci/concealedfirearms.html

$65.25 5 years


Utah Department of Public SafetyBureau of Criminal Identification3888 W. 5400 S.P.O. Box 148280Salt Lake City, Utah 84114-8280Phone: (801) 965-4445

Utah Attorney GeneralUtah State Capital Complex350 North State Street, Suite 230Salt Lake City, Utah 84114Phone: (801) 366-0260 Fax: (801) 538-1121http://www.attorneygeneral.utah.gov



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VERMONT

None

Permits Not RequiredPermits Not Required

Permits Not RequiredRight-To-Carry Law Type:

http://www.state.vt.us/atg/

n/a n/a

Permits Not Required

Attorney General109 State StreetMontpelier, Vermont 05609-1001Phone: (802) 828 3171Fax: (802) 828 2154



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VIRGINIA

Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Idaho, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, Montana, NewMexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, WestVirginia, Vermont, Wyoming

State Circuit Court of residenceVirginia Department of State Police


http://www.vsp.state.va.us/Firearms_Reciprocity.shtm Toll Free for VA only: 800-451-1525

No more than $50 5 years

Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana,Nebraska, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota,Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington, West Virginia, Wyoming

Virginia State PoliceP.O. Box 27472Richmond, Virginia 23261Phone: (804) 674-2000Fax: (804) 674-2936

Attorney General900 East Main StreetRichmond, Virginia 23219Phone: (804) 786-2071Fax: (804) 786-1991http://www.oag.state.va.us



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WASHINGTON

Alaska, Arkansas, Arizona, Idaho, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, NorthCarolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia

Chief of Police/SheriffChief of Police/Sheriff


http://www.atg.wa.gov/ConcealedWeapons/Reciprocity.aspx

$60 5 years

Arkansas, Florida (WA residents only), Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma,Utah

Washington State PatrolGeneral Administration BuildingPO Box 42600Olympia, Washington 98504-2600Phone: (360) 596-4000Fax: (360) 753-2492

Attorney General1125 Washington St. SEOlympia, Washington 98504-0100Phone: (360) 753-6200Fax: (360) 664-0988http://www.atg.wa.gov



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WEST VIRGINIA

Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri,Montana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee,Utah, Vermont, Virginia



http://www.wvstatepolice.com/legal/legal.shtml http://www.ago.gov

$75 plus $15 fees 5 years

Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, NorthDakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Virginia

West Virginia State Police725 Jefferson RoadSouth Charleston, West Virginia 25309Phone: (304) 746-2100Fax: (304) 746-2246

Attorney GeneralState Capitol, Room 26-E1900 Kanawha Blvd.East Charleston, West Virginia 25305-0220Phone: (304) 558-2021Fax: (304) 558-0140http://www.state.wv.us/wvag/



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WISCONSIN

None

Permits not availablePermits not granted.

Non-IssueRight-To-Carry Law Type:

http://www.doj.state.wi.us/

n/a n/a

None

Attorney General123 West Washington Ave.PO Box 7857Madison, Wisconsin 53707-7857Phone: 608-266-1221 Fax: 608-267-2779



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WYOMING

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota,Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, SouthDakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia

Attorney GeneralPermits not granted.


http://attorneygeneral.state.wy.us

$74, renewal $50 5 years

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan,Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio,Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia

Wyoming Attorney General's Office123 Capitol Building200 W. 24th StreetCheyenne, Wyoming 82002Phone: (307) 777-7841Fax: (307) 777-6869



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