Connecticut's Open Carry


Open carry in Connecticut is legal with a Permit to Carry pistols or Revolvers. I certain areas the police have detained citizens who open carry. Some local governments have banned open carry in public.

What is Open Carry?

Open carry is the ability to carry a gun in plain view. Some states require a permit to open carry, and some do not, but most have restrictions on where it is legal to open carry.


Other Connecticut firearm laws

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