North Dakota's Open Carry

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North Dakota allows open carry of long guns without a permit. Hand guns require a permit to carry. People without a permit may carry an unloaded handgun in plain sight 1 hour before sunrise to 1 hour after sunset.

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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.

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Other North Dakota firearm laws

• North Dakota Permit to Purchase
• North Dakota Firearm Registration
• North Dakota Owner License
• North Dakota Open Carry
• North Dakota Concealed Carry
• North Dakota State Preemption of Local Restrictions
• North Dakota Magazine Capacity Restriction
• North Dakota Castle Doctrine
• North Dakota Stand Your Ground
• North Dakota Peaceable Journey
• North Dakota Assault Weapon Restrictions
• North Dakota NFA Weapon Restrictions

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