Rhode Island's Open Carry

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Open carry in Rhode Island requires a permit form the attorney general. Permits issued by local authorities do not allow for open carry.

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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 Rhode Island firearm laws

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

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