Overview for North Carolina
North Carolina allows open carry in vehicles as long as the firearm is fully visible. There are local regulations on open carry in some counties. The state has complete preemption when it comes to concealed carry, not allowing any local government to create their own concealed carry regulations. North Carolina allows felons to own firearms if they were pardoned, the permit can not violate the terms of the pardon.
It is illegal to hunt on Sundays with a firearm. However, this law is being tested and may be repealed soon. It is illegal to own Teflon-coated covered bullets.
- Durham county has different registration requirements than the state. More information can be found here
| Law | Long-guns | Handguns |
|---|---|---|
| Permit to Purchase | No | Yes |
| Open Carry | Yes | Yes |
| Concealed Carry | No | Yes |
| State Preemption of Local Restrictions | Yes | Yes |
| Firearm Registration | No | No |
| Owner License | No | No |
The Concealed Carry Permit
(often encompasses the open carry permit)
- Price: $90
- Valid for 5 years
- Regarding Non-residents of North Carolina: Does Not Issue
- An owner's license is Not Needed
- Permit to Purchase: Handguns only
- Permits to Purchase Year/Cost: 5 years
Official Concealed Carry page for North Carolina.
North Carolina Concealed Carry Reciprocity
North Carolina Magazine Capacity
North Carolina Imitation Firearms
What is classified as an Imitation Firearm in North Carolina?
The following is a list of imitation firearms in North Carolina:
Air rifle air pistol BB gun
Does North Carolina have an inheritance gun law?
North Carolina does not have an inheritance gun law.