State Name

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Michigan Shall Issue Must Inform Officer Immediately: YES

(See Must Inform Section)

Note: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Idaho,

Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Mississippi,

Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Ohio,

Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah,

Vermont, West Virginia and Wyoming have "Permitless Carry"

Anyone who can legally possess a firearm under state and federal law

may carry in these states without a Permit. Check each states page

for age or other restrictions that may apply.

Permits/Licenses This State Honors Listed Below

Michigan honors all other states Resident Permits/Licenses to carry concealed firearms.

Michigan Does Not Honor Non-Resident Permits/Licenses. You must be a resident of the state that

issued your Permit/License for that Permit/License to be valid in Michigan.

Reciprocity/How This State Honors Other States Permit/Licenses

28.422 License to Purchase, Carry, Possess, or Transport Pistol or to purchase a firearm; Issuance;

Qualifications; Applications; Sale of firearm; Exemptions; Nonresidents; Basic Pistol Safety

Brochure; Forging Application; Implementation During Business Hours.

(9) An individual who is not a resident of this state is not required to obtain a license under this section if all

of the following conditions apply:

(a) The individual is licensed in the individuals’s state of residence to urchase, carry or transport a

pistol.

Michigan CCW Links√

State CCW Site

CCW Application &

Instructions

Renewal Information

Renew Online

Forms

State Statutes

State Admin Rules

State Reciprocity Info

State Attorney General

MI Firearm Laws

April 2024

MSP Legal Update

On CPL’s 12/15

All MSP Legal Updates

Age to Carry a Firearm

In Other States

Last Updated: 7/30/2024

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(b) The individual is in possession of the license described in subdivision (a).

(c) The individual is the owner of the pistol the individual possesses, carries, or transports.

(d) The individual possesses the pistol for a lawful purpose.

(e) The individual is in this state for a period of 180 days or less and does not intend to establish

residency in this state. Am. 2023, Act 37, Eff.Feb. 13, 2024

How to Apply for a Permit

To obtain a license to carry a concealed pistol, an individual shall apply to the county clerk in the county in

which the individual resides. Each applicant shall pay an application and licensing fee for Initial or Renewal

of $115.00.

28.425 (1) County clerks shall provide concealed pistol application kits during normal business hours free of

charge to individuals who wish to apply for licenses to carry concealed pistols. Each kit shall only contain all

of the following:

1. A concealed pistol license application form provided by the director of the department of state police.

2. The fingerprint cards under section 5b(10), if required.

3. Written information regarding the procedures involved in obtaining a license to carry a concealed

pistol.

4. Written information identifying entities that offer the training required under section 5b(7)(c), if

maintained by the county clerk.

(2) A county clerk shall not deny an individual the right to receive a concealed pistol application kit under

this section

(3) An individual who is denied an application kit under this section and obtains an order of mandamus

directing the county clerk to provide him or her with the application kit shall be awarded his or her actual

and reasonable costs and attorney fees for obtaining the order.

(4) The department of state police shall provide the application kits required under this section to county

clerks in an electronic format. The department of state police shall not charge a fee for the kits.

Am. 2015, Act 3, Eff. Dec. 1,

28.425k (1) Acceptance of a license issued under this act to carry a concealed pistol constitutes implied

consent to submit to a chemical analysis under this section….. Am. 2015, Act 3, Eff. Dec. 1, 2015

28.425b (7) (b) …..If the individual holds a valid concealed pistol license issued by another state at the time

the applicant’s residency in this state is established, the county clerk shall waive the 6-month residency

requirement and the applicant may apply for a concealed pistol license at the time the applicant’s residency

in this state is established. For the purposes of this section, a person is considered a legal resident of this state

if any of the following apply:

(i) The individual has a valid, lawfully obtained driver license issued under the Michigan vehicle

code, 1949 PA 300, MCL 257.1 to 257.923, or official state personal identification card issued under

1972 PA 222, MCL 28.291 to 28.300.

(ii) The individual is lawfully registered to vote in this state.

(iii) The individual is on active duty status with the United States armed forces and is stationed

outside of this state, but the individual’s home of record is in this state.

(iv) The individual is on active duty status with the United States Armed Forces and is permanently

stationed in this state, but the person’s home of record is in another state. 2023, Act 37, Eff.

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28.425a (4) A county clerk shall issue an emergency license to carry a concealed pistol to an individual if

the individual has obtained a personal protection order issued under section 2950 or 2950a of the revised

judicature act of 1961, 1961 PA 236, MCL 600.2950 and 600.2950a, or to that individual if a county sheriff

determines that there is clear and convincing evidence to believe the safety of the individual or the safety of a

member of the individual's family or household is endangered by the individual's inability to immediately

obtain a license to carry a concealed pistol. Clear and convincing evidence includes, but is not limited to, an

application for a personal protection order, police reports and other law enforcement records, or written,

audio, or visual evidence of threats to the individual or member of the individual's family or household.

Am. 2017, Act 95, Eff. Oct. 11, 2017

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28.425l (1) A license to carry a concealed pistol, including a renewal license, is valid until the applicant’s

date of birth that falls not less than 4 years or more than 5 years after the license is issued or renewed, as

applicable. 2017, Act 95, Eff. Oct. 11, 2017

28.425b (1) The State has 45 days to issue a permit. Am. 2017, Act 95

Note: All the forms and information you should need to apply should be in the “Permit Application Kit”

given out by the County Clerk. They “should” have a listing of Certified Trainers in the Area. For additional

Information on all the forms go Here

Links to all Michigan County Clerks CPL Information

Renewal

Renewal Applicants can apply up to six months in advance of their expiration date. You can renew in-person

to the county clerk, by first-class mail to MSP or online through the CPL renewal Online with MSP.

Those eligible to submit their CPL renewal application online will receive a renewal notice through the U.S.

mail from the county clerk that issued their CPL containing a PIN. Once in receipt of the PIN, CPL

applicants may proceed to www.michigan.gov/cplrenewal to submit their renewal application. CPL holders

who receive renewal notices not containing a PIN are not eligible to renew online. However, you may

submit a completed CPL renewal application, with payment, to the MSP CPL Unit, or renew in person at

their county clerk’s office. Renewal Info from the Michigan State Police

Non-Resident Permits

28.425b (7) (b) …..If the applicant holds a valid concealed pistol license issued by another state at the time

the applicant's residency in this state is established, the county clerk shall waive the 6-month residency

requirement and the applicant may apply for a concealed pistol license at the time the applicant's residency in

this state is established. For the purposes of this section, an individual is considered a legal resident of this

state if any of the following apply:

(i) The individual has a valid, lawfully obtained driver license issued under the Michigan vehicle code,

1949 PA 300, MCL 257.1 to 257.923, or official state personal identification card issued under 1972 PA

222, MCL 28.291 to 28.300.

(ii) The individual is lawfully registered to vote in this state.

(iii) The individual is on active duty status with the United States armed forces and is stationed outside of

this state, but the individual’s home of record is in this state.

(iv) The individual is on active duty status with the United States Armed Forces and is permanently

stationed in this state, but the person’s home of record is in another state. 2023, Act 37, Eff. Feb. 13, 2024

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Note: Check with the County Clerk if moving into Michigan with a permit from another state or military

with permanent duty station in Michigan. They should have all the information you need.

Places Off-Limits Even With A Permit/License

From the Michigan State Police

Individuals licensed to carry a concealed pistol by Michigan or another state are prohibited from carrying a

concealed pistol or a portable device that uses electro-muscular disruption technology on the following

premises:

Please refer to MCL 28.425o for the complete statutory text

1. Schools or school property but may carry while in a vehicle on school property while dropping off or

picking up if a parent or legal guardian

2. Public or private day care center, public or private child caring agency, or public or private child placing

agency.

3. Sports arena or stadium

4. A tavern where the primary source of income is the sale of alcoholic liquor by the glass consumed on the

premises

5. Any property or facility owned or operated by a church, synagogue, mosque, temple, or other place of

worship, unless the presiding official or officials allow concealed weapons

6. An entertainment facility that the individual knows or should know has a seating capacity of 2,500 or

more

7. A hospital

8. A dormitory or classroom of a community college, college, or university “Premises” does not include the

parking areas of the places listed above.

9. A Casino

A pistol is subject to immediate seizure if the CPL holder is carrying a pistol in a prohibited area. The

pistol is only subject to seizure if the holder is carrying it concealed, except in casinos. In a casino the pistol

is subject to seizure whether carried concealed or exposed. The following penalties may also be imposed:

1. First offense: State Civil Infraction, $500 fine, CPL permit suspended 6 months

2. Second offense: 90-day misdemeanor, $1000 fine, CPL permit revoked

3. Third and subsequent offenses: 4-year felony, $5000 fine, CPL permit revoked

4. Furthermore, effective March 29, 2001, per Administrative Order 2001-1 of the Michigan Supreme

Court:

"Weapons are not permitted in any courtroom, office, or other space used for official court business or by

judicial employees unless the chief judge or other person designated by the chief judge has given prior

approval consistent with the court's written policy."

Notice – The Michigan Supreme Court upheld a lower court ruling on July 27, 2018 with the media and

RBKAs Orgs reporting that by them upholding the previous court ruling that K-12 schools can ban firearms

from their schools. Michigan Open Carry who was a party in the suit is saying “hold on a minute!” You can

read what Michigan Open Carry is putting out on the ruling Here. You can read the court opinion Here.

The courts have given schools the right to make policy to ban the open carrying of firearms from their

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premises. State Law already makes Concealed Carry illegal on K-12 Property. The legislature should

settle any debate on this issue by passing legislation making the Preemption Law clear on this issue.

Capitol Building

Notice: 8/16/2023 the Capitol has installed Metal Detectors at its five entrances and there will be a total

ban on carrying in the Capitol Building with few exceptions. New Capitol Security Procedures.

750.222 As used in this chapter:

(c) “Brandish” means to point, wave about, or display in a threatening manner with the intent to induce fear

in another person. 2015, Act 28, Eff. Aug. 10, 2015

28.425o Premises on which carrying concealed weapon or portable device that uses electro-muscular

disruption technology prohibited; “premises” defined; exceptions to subsections (1) and (2); violation;

penalties.

Sec. 5o.

(1) Subject to subsection (5), an individual licensed under this act to carry a concealed pistol, or who is

exempt from licensure under section 12a(h), shall not carry a concealed pistol on the premises of any of the

following:

(a) A school or school property except that a parent or legal guardian of a student of the school is not

precluded from carrying a concealed pistol while in a vehicle on school property, if the individual is

dropping the student off at the school or picking up the student from the school. As used in this section,

"school" and "school property" mean those terms as defined in section 237a of the Michigan penal

code, 1931 PA 328, MCL 750.237a.

(b) A public or private child care center or day care center, public or private child caring institution, or

public or private child placing agency.

(c) A sports arena or stadium.

(d) A bar or tavern licensed under the Michigan liquor control code of 1998, 1998 PA 58, MCL 436.1101

to 436.2303, where the primary source of income of the business is the sale of alcoholic liquor by the

glass and consumed on the premises. This subdivision does not apply to an owner or employee of the

business. The Michigan liquor control commission shall develop and make available to holders of

licenses under the Michigan liquor control code of 1998, 1998 PA 58, MCL 436.1101 to 436.2303, an

appropriate sign stating that "This establishment prohibits patrons from carrying concealed weapons".

The owner or operator of an establishment licensed under the Michigan liquor control code of 1998,

1998 PA 58, MCL 436.1101 to 436.2303, may post the sign developed under this subdivision.

(e) Any property or facility owned or operated by a church, synagogue, mosque, temple, or other place of

worship, unless the presiding official or officials of the church, synagogue, mosque, temple, or other

place of worship permit the carrying of concealed pistol on that property or facility.

(f) An entertainment facility with a seating capacity of 2,500 or more individuals that the individual knows

or should know has a seating capacity of 2,500 or more individuals or that has a sign above each public

entrance stating in letters not less than 1-inch high a seating capacity of 2,500 or more individuals.

(g) A hospital.

(h) A dormitory or classroom of a community college, college, or university.

(2) Subject to subsection (5), an individual shall not carry a portable device that uses electro-muscular

disruption technology on any of the premises described in subsection (1).

(3) An individual licensed under this act to carry a concealed pistol, or who is exempt from licensure under

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section 12a(h), shall not carry a concealed pistol in violation of R 432.1212 of the Michigan Administrative

Code promulgated under the Michigan gaming control and revenue act, 1996 IL 1, MCL 432.201 to 432.226.

(4) As used in subsection (1), "premises" does not include parking areas of the places identified under

subsection (1). History: Am. 2017, Act 95, Eff. Oct. 11, 2017

Section R. 432.1212 - Weapons in casino

Rule 212.

(1) An individual may not carry a firearm or other weapon in a casino, except for any of the following:

(a) State, county, city, township, or village law enforcement officers, as that term is defined in section 2(f)

of the Michigan commission on law enforcement standards act, 1965 PA 203, MCL 28.602.

(b) Federal law enforcement officers, as that term is defined in 5 USC 8331.

(c) Armored car personnel picking up or delivering currency at secured areas.

(d) Retired police officers, law enforcement officers, or federal law enforcement officers who hold a

license to carry a concealed pistol under 1927 PA 372, MCL 28.421 to 28.435, as referenced in section

5o(5)(a) of 1927 PA 372, MCL 28.425o.

(e) Retired law enforcement officers who are certified to carry a concealed firearm under the Michigan

retired law enforcement officer's firearm carry act, 2008 PA 537, MCL 28.511 to 28.527.

(f) Casino security personnel licensed to carry a concealed pistol under 1927 PA 372, MCL 28.421 to

28.435, while on duty and only as permitted by the casino licensee.

(2) Law enforcement officers conducting official duties within a casino shall, to the extent practicable, advise

the Michigan state police gaming section of their presence.

(3) Private casino security personnel may carry handcuffs while on duty in a casino.

Mich. Admin. Code R. 432.1212 1998-2000 AACS; 2019 MR 9, Eff. May 17, 2019

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Administrative Order 2001-1 of the Michigan Supreme Court: "Weapons are not permitted in any courtroom,

office, or other space used for official court business or by judicial employees unless the chief judge or other

person designated by the chief judge has given prior approval consistent with the court’s written policy."

28.519 Implied consent to submit to chemical analysis; certificate holder under influence of alcoholic

liquor or controlled substance; violation; penalty; exception; collection and testing of breath, blood,

and urine specimens; refusal to take chemical test; report of violation to commission.

(3) This section does not prohibit an individual certified under this act to carry a concealed firearm who has

any bodily alcohol content from transporting that firearm in the locked trunk of his or her motor vehicle or

another motor vehicle in which the individual is a passenger or, if the vehicle does not have a trunk, from

transporting that firearm unloaded in a locked compartment or container that is separated from the

ammunition for that firearm or on a vessel if the firearm is transported unloaded in a locked compartment or

container that is separated from the ammunition for that firearm. 2008, Act 537, Eff. Mar. 31, 2009

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For Federal Restrictions on Firearms see the USA Page.

MI St University - University of MI - Wayne St. University – All Other Col./Univ.

Note: See AG Opinions/Ct Case Section on Ruling that University of MI can ban Firearms. All

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Michigan law there are many different opinions on what schools have this authority and what ones don’t

and even if some do/don’t have authority. It has to do with how the schools were established. As you can see

in the Places Off Limits Section above the MI State Police state no firearms in Dorms or Classrooms. This is

state law but the Colleges/Universities have made rules/regs that do have the force of law that can go beyond

what state law states. From all Handgunlaw.us is hearing for this to be settled one way or the other will

require a court case. Until that time check with the College/University to find their rules/regs on firearms.

MSU, UM and WSU have special status in the MI Constitution and elect their Board of Regents. Since

they are elected the state preemption law does not apply to Michigan State University, University of

Michigan and Wayne State University. They can pass Ordinances that ban the carry of firearms anywhere on

their campus. Ordinances are below.

You can’t carry on any property of the University of Michigan or Wayne State University even with a

valid permit/license to carry in the state of Michigan. Michigan State University follows state law and you

can have a firearm on you and in your vehicle as long as you do not go into any building on campus if you

have a valid permit/license to carry in Michigan.

If Major Streets or Roads travel through the Univ. of MI or Wayne State Univ. you can drive using these

streets roads in your travels if you do not stop on Campus. That is the understanding I have received. Do use

caution when traveling through Univ. of MI and Wayne State Univ. Property. They have the legal authority

to pass ordinances that ban the carrying of firearms on their property.

Michigan State University

Note: 9/8/2023 MSU now bans firearms on their property. You can only have one in your vehicle

when driving through the campus. Board of Trustees Resolution.

18.00 Firearms or Weapons

18.01 Possession and use prohibited;

18.02 Firearms Exceptions

18.03 Use of chemicals prohibited

18.04 Relationship to University policy

.01 The possession or use of any firearm or weapon is prohibited upon property governed by the Board.

Persons residing on property governed by the Board shall store any and all firearms and weapons with

the Department of Police and Public Safety.

.02 The prohibition in Section 18.01 does not apply

.021 to police officers and other legally established law enforcement officers;

.022 at the discretion of [Vice President and Chief Safety Officer or Police Chief], to individuals authorized

by their employer and licensed to possess and use such device while engaged in performing work

requiring such device;

.02 to individuals fully qualified to carry a concealed weapon under Michigan law, while such individual is

operating a motor vehicle on a road owned by the Board and such individual remains in the vehicle;

.024 to those areas specifically set aside and supervised at range facilities;

.025 to unloaded firearms used as part of regular educational or ceremonial process;

.026 to those areas where firearms are permitted under 37.02

.03 No person shall possess any chemical, biological, radioactive, or other dangerous substance

or compound, with the intent of using the same to injure, molest, or coerce another, anywhere

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upon property governed by the Board.

.04 This ordinance does not alter the terms of any University policies that regulate the use or possession of

firearms. Enacted: September 15, 1964, Amended: December 11, 1987, Amended: December 10, 1994, Amended:

April 14, 1995, Amended: April 12, 2002, Amended: June 19, 2009, Amended: September 8, 2023

University of Michigan

Article X: Weapons

Section 1. Scope of Article X

Article X applies to all property owned, leased or otherwise controlled by the Regents of the University of

Michigan and applies regardless of whether the Individual has a concealed weapons permit or is otherwise

authorized by law to possess, discharge, or use any device referenced below.

Section 2. Possession of Firearms, Dangerous Weapons and Knives

Except as otherwise provided in Section 5, no person shall, while on any property owned, leased, or

otherwise controlled by the Regents of the University of Michigan:

(1) possess any firearm or any other dangerous weapon as defined in or interpreted under Michigan law or

(2) wear on his or her person or carry in his or her clothing any knife, sword or machete having a blade

Longer than four (4) inches, or, in the case of a knife with a mechanism to lock the blade in place

when open, longer than three (3) inches.

Section 3. Discharge or Use of Firearms, Dangerous Weapons and Knives

Except as otherwise provided in Section 4, no person shall discharge or otherwise use any device listed in the

preceding section on any property owned, leased, or otherwise controlled by the Regents of the University of

Michigan.

Section 4. Manufacture of Firearms

No person shall use University property, including University owned, leased, bailed, loaned, or otherwise

possessed 3D printers, to manufacture, in whole or in part, any firearm or ammunition without the express

written permission of the Executive Director of the Division of Public Safety.

Section 5. Exceptions

(a) Except to the extent regulated under Subparagraph (2), the prohibitions in this Article X do not apply:

(1) to University employees who are authorized to possess and/or use such a device pursuant to

Standard Practice Guide 201.94;

(2) To law enforcement officers of legally established law enforcement agencies who are authorized

by their employer to possess such a device;

(3) To retired or active peace officers carrying a weapon in compliance with the federal Law

Enforcement Officer Safety Act (LEOSA), as amended, or retired peace officers that have served

15 years of aggregate service as a peace officer and retired in good standing and who are in

possession of a law enforcement officer photo identification card issued by the agency from which

the individual retired that clearly identifies the individual, agency, and status as retired in good

standing, and who are otherwise fully qualified under Michigan Compiled Laws to legally carry a

concealed weapon

(4) To other non-University employees who are authorized by their employer to possess or use such a

device during the time the employee is engaged in work requiring such a device and such

possession is requisite for the nature of such work as determined at the discretion of the Executive

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Director of the Division of Public Safety and Security.

(5) To individuals fully qualified under Michigan Compiled Laws to legally carry a concealed

weapon who experience an emergency need to seek medical treatment or who are assisting an

individual in emergency need of medical treatment, provided that the individual carrying the

weapon immediately notifies a University staff member of their armed status, provides valid

credentials, and cooperates with all direction including securing the weapon(s) as instructed.

(6) To individuals fully qualified under Michigan Compiled Laws to legally carry a concealed

weapon, who are operating a motor vehicle and traveling on a University-owned street, provided

they do not exit their vehicle.

(7) When someone possesses or uses such a device, provided that it is unloaded, as part of a military

or similar uniform or costume in connection with a public ceremony or parade or theatrical

performance;

(8) When someone possesses or uses such a device, provided that it is unloaded, in connection with

a regularly scheduled educational, recreational, or training program authorized by the

University;

(9) When someone possess or uses such a device for recreational hunting on property that has been

designated for such activity by the University provided the possession and use is in strict

compliance with applicable law; or

(10) When the Executive Director of the Division of Public Safety and Security or the Executive

Director’s designees, which shall include the Chiefs of Police at each University campus,

unless otherwise designated by the Executive Director of the Division of Public Safety and

Security, has waived the prohibition based on expressly articulated extraordinary

circumstances. The waiver must be in writing and must define its scope and duration.

(b) The Executive Director of the Division of Public Safety and Security or the Executive Director’s

designee with respect to the Ann Arbor campus, or the respective Chancellor or the Chancellor’s designee

with respect to the Dearborn and Flint campuses, may impose restrictions upon individuals who are

otherwise authorized to possess or use such a device pursuant to Section 5(a) when the Executive Director,

Chancellor or designee determines that the restrictions are appropriate under the circumstances.

Section 5. Violation Penalty

A person who violates this Article X is guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon conviction, punishable by and

upon conviction, punishable by imprisonment not to exceed ninety days, and/or a fine of not more than five

hundred dollars or both. Revised September 2019

Wayne State University

9.6 Workplace Violence

Policy

Wayne State University is committed to providing a work and educational environment which is free from

threats, assaults or acts of violence. No person will be allowed to harass or assault any other person by

exhibiting violent behavior including, but not limited to, the following:

The University prohibits certain items from being brought onto University property. Those prohibited

items include: all types of firearms, switchblade knives, knives with a blade length of more than 3 inches,

explosives and any other object carried for the purpose of injuring or intimidating.

Do “No Gun Signs” Have the Force of Law?

“NO ???”

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There is not a law specifically stating that No Gun Signs have the force of law in Michigan.

Handgunlaw.us is getting conflicting information from sources in Michigan. Some are stating you

could be charged with Trespass if you go by a sign. Others say they have to ask you to leave first. If

you don’t leave immediately then you are trespassing. Below are two sources of information. Use

caution.

Frequently Asked Question From MCRGO

Michigan Coalition For Responsible Gun Owners.

Q: Is there a specific design for the no gun allowed sign? Does the law say where it has to be placed at

a business, such as on the door or adjacent window leading into the business?

A: There are no specifications for "No Guns" or "No Weapons" signs in Michigan law. Under the law, there

are two ways for a CPL holder to know that guns are not allowed in a specific location. The first is the list of

"Pistol Free Zones" (often colloquially referred to as violent criminal empowerment zones) that we must all

memorize, which is part of the CPL statute (Pistol Free Areas).

The second is when the owner or lessor of any real property communicates to us that our guns are not

welcome there. That communication must be reasonable in order to be effective. By reasonable, I don't mean

polite. I mean that there is an effective means of communicating to us that we are not welcome so long as we

are carrying our guns. This can be done with a sign, verbally, or in some kind of printed material.

For instance, if there is a reasonably-sized and located sign in a retail establishment indicating that guns

or weapons are not allowed, that would constitute reasonable notice. If an employee of the same

establishment actually tells you that you may not carry on the premises, that would constitute reasonable

notice. If your employer has an employee handbook or some kind of printed guidelines, and includes a

prohibition on guns and/or weapons, that would constitute reasonable notice.

If you choose to ignore any such reasonable notice, then you become a trespasser rather than a business

invitee. Trespass can be punished as a crime and/or in civil court, and could affect your CPL licensing status.

Steve Dulan (www.StevenWDulan.com) is a member of the Board of Directors of the MCRGO and the

MCRGO Foundation, and a member of the Board of Trustees of the MCRGO Foundation. He is an attorney

in private practice in East Lansing and Adjunct Professor of firearms law at The Thomas M. Cooley Law

School. as well as an Endowment Member of the NRA.

Also see Question #7 at Michigan Open Carry for their take on No Gun Signs.

Note: Handgunlaw.us believes when you come across a business that is posted that you not just walk away.

That business needs to know that they lost your business because of their “No Gun” sign. Giving them a “No

Firearms = No Money” card would do just that. You can print free “No Firearms = No Money” cards by

going Here.

Must Inform Officer Immediately on Contact By Law?

“YES”

28.425f (3) An individual licensed under this act to carry a concealed pistol and who is carrying a concealed

pistol or a portable device that uses electro-muscular disruption technology and who is stopped by a peace

officer shall immediately disclose to the peace officer that the individual is carrying a pistol or a portable

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device that uses electro-muscular disruption technology concealed upon his or her person or in his or her

vehicle.

2015, Act 3, Eff. Dec. 1, 2015

From MCRGO (Michigan Coalition for Responsible Gun Owners)

Q: If I am a passenger in a car that is pulled over and I am carrying my pistol, do I have to disclose to

the officer who comes up to the driver's window that I am carrying?

A: Yes. MCL 28.425f states: " (3) An individual licensed under this act to carry a concealed pistol and who

is carrying a concealed pistol and who is stopped by a peace officer shall immediately disclose to the peace

officer that the individual is carrying a pistol concealed upon his or her person or in his or her vehicle." If the

vehicle you are riding in has stopped, you have been stopped, and must disclose immediately to the officer

that you are armed. Obviously, you want to state this fact in a businesslike and calm manner. Have some

sympathy for the position of the law enforcement officer, and let him or her know that you are disclosing as

required by law. Some officers recommend that you hand over your CPL and Driver's License together as

your method of disclosing. Remember that you must carry your CPL at all times that you are carrying a

concealed pistol, as well as your Driver's License or state-issued ID card.

Q: If I get pulled over by the police while I am lawfully carrying a concealed pistol, is it considered

sufficient notice to hand over my Concealed Pistol License (CPL) with my Driver's License?

A: Maybe not.

MCL 28.425f(3) states: "An individual licensed under this act to carry a concealed pistol and who is carrying

a concealed pistol and who is stopped by a peace officer shall immediately disclose to the peace officer that

the individual is carrying a pistol concealed upon his or her person or in his or her vehicle." The penalty for a

first offense includes a $100 fine, and a CPL suspension of up to six months.

In one recent case, the driver handed his CPL over to the officer who stopped him. He did this because he

had been told by a reliable source (an experienced police officer from another jurisdiction) that it is

considered dangerous to use the word "gun" when talking to an officer on the road side since officers yell,

"Gun!" to one another when a dangerous person displays a firearm. The driver was ticketed for the non-

disclosure. In subsequent trial, the dashboard video camera record showed that it was approximately 40

seconds after the officer arrived at the driver's window that the driver verbally disclosed his concealed pistol.

The court found that the simple act of handing over the CPL was not adequate disclosure and that the 40-

second delay before verbally disclosing was not "immediate disclosure."

Carry In State Parks//WMA/Road Side Rest Areas & St. /Nat. Forests

Carry Allowed in these Areas:

*State Parks: YES Act 451 of 1994 324.504 (8)

State/National Forests: YES Act 451 of 1994 324.504 (8)

State WMA: YES Act 451 of 1994 324.504 (8)

Road Side Rest Areas: YES

*Notice: If State Park Carry is Legal in this state and if that state park is located on a lake created by the

US Army Corp of Engineers (COE) who owns the land and leases it to the state for that park the park is Off

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Limits to the legal carrying of firearms per federal law. 36 CFR 327.13 District Commanders received this

Memorandum detailing how they could authorize someone to carry on (COE) property. The (COE) has also

put out a Pamphlet on carrying firearms on (COE) Property. They do not post their property you must know

the boundaries. Hunting is usually allowed doing hunting season.

RV/Car Carry Without a Permit/License

You can not a carry a loaded firearm in any vehicle without a Valid Permit/License to Carry from your state

of residence.

750.227 Concealed Weapons; Carrying; Penalty.

(1) A person shall not carry a dagger, dirk, stiletto, a double-edged nonfolding stabbing instrument of any

length, or any other dangerous weapon, except a hunting knife adapted and carried as such, concealed on or

about his or her person, or whether concealed or otherwise in any vehicle operated or occupied by the

person, except in his or her dwelling house, place of business or on other land possessed by the person.

(2) A person shall not carry a pistol concealed on or about his or her person, or, whether concealed or

otherwise, in a vehicle operated or occupied by the person, except in his or her dwelling house, place of

business, or on other land possessed by the person, without a license to carry the pistol as provided by law

and if licensed, shall not carry the pistol in a place or manner inconsistent with any restrictions upon such

license.

(3) A person who violates this section is guilty of a felony, punishable by imprisonment for not more than 5

years, or by a fine of not more than $2,500.00. Am. 1986, Act 8, Eff. July 1, 1986

750.227d Transporting or Possessing Firearm in or Upon Motor Vehicle or Self-Propelled Vehicle

Designed for Land Travel; Conditions; Violation as Misdemeanor; Penalty.

(1) Except as otherwise permitted by law, a person shall not transport or possess in or upon a motor vehicle

or any self-propelled vehicle designed for land travel either of the following:

(a) A firearm, other than a pistol, unless the firearm is unloaded and is 1 or more of the following:

(i) Taken down.

(ii) Enclosed in a case.

(iii) Carried in the trunk of the vehicle.

(iv) Inaccessible from the interior of the vehicle.

(2) A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable by imprisonment for not more

than 90 days, or a fine of not more than $100.00, or both. Am. 2015, Act 26, Eff. July 1, 2015

750.231a Exceptions to MCL 750.227(2); Definitions.

(d) To a person while transporting a pistol for a lawful purpose that is licensed by the owner or occupant of

the motor vehicle in compliance with section 2 of 1927 PA 372, MCL 28.422, and the pistol is unloaded in a

closed case designed for the storage of firearms in the trunk of the vehicle.

(e) To a person while transporting a pistol for a lawful purpose that is licensed by the owner or occupant of

the motor vehicle in compliance with section 2 of 1927 PA 372, MCL 28.422, and the pistol is unloaded in a

closed case designed for the storage of firearms in a vehicle that does not have a trunk and is not readily

accessible to the occupants of the vehicle. 2012, Act 427, Imd. Eff. Dec. 21, 2012

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Open Carry (Without a Valid Permit/License)

Open Carry is legal with restrictions. You must have a valid permit/license to carry a loaded handgun in a

vehicle in Michigan. For Residents of Michigan without a CPL you must carry a firearm registered to you.

For Non Residents if you do not have a permit/license from your state of residents Concealed and/or Open

Carry is not an option for you. Places as listed in the “Places Off Limits” above may not apply to those who

open carry. (See state orgs for more information on places off limits when open carrying) Those who Open

Carry without a valid Permit/License to Carry “Can’t” carry on the property of businesses that sell Alcohol

and this includes Grocery Stores that sell alcohol. Open Carry is common in Michigan more so in the rural

areas. See the “RV/Car Carry Without a Permit” section for carrying in a vehicle.

The state preempts all firearm laws in the state and local authorities can’t have Laws/Ordinances against

open carry. Remember that if you enter any property and the owner/responsible person ask you to leave you

must leave. Failure to leave can result in Trespass Charges. The Minimum age for Open Carry is 18. Check

here for carry laws for Michigan from the Michigan State Police. The Michigan State police also put out a

Legal Update on Open Carry.

Note: Handgunlaw.us advises you to check out MI Open Carry and MCRGO for more detailed information.

You will also find info on Open Carry from the CMDA Attorneys & Counselors at Law Here. Also See AG

Opinions/Court Case Section Below for AG opinion on Open Carry.

State Preemption

Firearms and Ammunition (Excerpt) Act 319 of 1990

123.1102 Regulation of Pistols or Other Firearms.

Sec. 2. A local unit of government shall not impose special taxation on, enact or enforce any ordinance or

regulation pertaining to, or regulate in any other manner the ownership, registration, purchase, sale, transfer,

transportation, or possession of pistols, other firearms, or pneumatic guns, ammunition for pistols or other

firearms, or components of pistols or other firearms, except as otherwise provided by federal law or a law of

this state. 2015, Act 29, Eff. Aug. 10, 2015

Also see Capital Area District Library v. Michigan Open Carry, Inc.,

Deadly Force Laws

600.2922b Use of deadly force or other than deadly force by individual in self-defense; immunity from civil

liability.

600.2922c Individual sued for using deadly force or force other than deadly force; award of attorney fees

and costs; conditions

750.200i Unlawful acts; penalties.

750.200j Additional unlawful acts; penalties.

750.200k Applicability of § 750.200h to 750.200j; exceptions.

768.21c Use of deadly force by individual in own dwelling; "dwelling" defined.

780.951 Individual using deadly force or force other than deadly force; presumption; definitions

780.971 Short title.

780.972 Use of deadly force by individual not engaged in commission of crime; conditions.

780.973 Duty to retreat; effect of act on common law.

780.974 Right to use deadly force; effect of act on common law.

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Knife Laws State/Cities

To access State/Local Knife Laws Click “Here”

Carry in Restaurants That Serve Alcohol

YES 28.425o.

Note: A “YES” above means you can carry into places like described below. “NO” means you can’t.

Handgunlaw.us definition of “Restaurant Carry” is carry in a restaurant that serves alcohol. Places

like Friday’s or Red Lobster unless posted with “No Gun Signs.” This may or may not mean the bar

or the bar area of a restaurant. But you can carry your firearm into a restaurant that serves alcohol

and sit and eat without consuming. Handgunlaw.us recommends you not sit at the Bar or in the Bar

area of such restaurants. In some states it is illegal to be in the Bar area of such restaurants.

Handgunlaw.us believes you should never consume alcohol when carrying your firearm. In some

states it is illegal to take even one drink while carrying a firearm. If you want further info on carrying

in places that serve alcohol check your state laws.

Chemical Sprays/Stun Gun/Higher Capacity Magazine Laws

Stun Devices/Electric Weapons

750.224a –Portable Device or Weapon Directing Electrical Current, Impulse, Wave, or Beam; Sale or

Possession Prohibited; Exceptions; Use of Electro-Muscular Disruption Technology; Violation;

Penalty; Definitions. (Edited for Space Considerations)

(1) Except as otherwise provided in this section, a person shall not sell, offer for sale, or possess in this state

a portable device or weapon from which an electrical current, impulse, wave, or beam may be directed,

which current, impulse, wave, or beam is designed to incapacitate temporarily, injure, or kill.

(2) This section does not prohibit any of the following:

(b) The possession and reasonable use of a device that uses electro-muscular disruption technology

by an individual who holds a valid license to carry a concealed pistol under section 5b of 1927 PA

372, MCL 28.425, and who has been trained under subsection (5) in the use, effects, and risks of the

device.

(5) An authorized dealer or other person who sells a device that uses electro-muscular disruption technology

to an individual described in subsection (2)(b) shall verify the individual’s identity and verify that the

individual holds a valid concealed pistol license issued under section 5b of 1927 PA 372, MCL 28.425b, and

shall provide to the individual purchasing the device, at the time of the sale, training on the use, effects, and

risks of the device. A person who violates this subsection is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by

imprisonment for not more than 30 days or a fine of not more than $500.00, or both.

(6) An individual described in subsection (2) shall not use a device that uses electro-muscular disruption

technology against another person except under circumstances that would justify the individual’s lawful use

of physical force. An individual who violates this subdivision is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by

imprisonment for not more than 2 years or a fine of not more than $2,000.00, or both.

(7) As used in this section:

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(a) “A device that uses electro-muscular disruption technology” means a device to which both of the

following apply:

(i) The device is capable of creating an electro-muscular disruption and is used or intended to

be used as a defensive device capable of temporarily incapacitating or immobilizing a person

by the direction or emission of conducted energy.

(ii) The device contains an identification and tracking system that, when the device is initially

used, dispenses coded material traceable to the purchaser through records kept by the

manufacturer, and the manufacturer of the device has a policy of providing that identification

and tracking information to a police agency upon written request by that agency. However,

this subdivision does not apply to a launchable device that is used only by law enforcement

agencies. 2012, Act 122, Eff. Aug. 6, 2012

Note:. The seller will give you the training. From the way I understand the law the seller is responsible for

giving the training so resale by a non dealer may not be legal.

Chemical Sprays:

750.224d

(1) As used in this section and section 224, “self-defense spray or foam device” means a device to which all

of the following apply:

(a) The device is capable of carrying, and ejects, releases, or emits 1 of the following:

(i) Not more than 35 grams of any combination of orthochlorobenzalmalononitrile and inert

ingredients.

(ii) A solution containing not more than 18% oleoresin capsicum.

(iii) A solution containing an ultraviolet dye and not more than 18% Oleoresin Capsicum.

(b) The device does not eject, release, or emit any gas or substance that will temporarily or

permanently disable, incapacitate, injure, or harm a person with whom the gas or substance comes in

contact, other than the substance described in subdivision (a)(i) or (iii).

(2) Except as otherwise provided in this section, a person who uses a self-defense spray or foam device to

eject, release, or emit orthochlorobenzalmalononitrile or oleoresin capsicum at another person is guilty of a

misdemeanor, punishable by imprisonment for not more than 2 years, or a fine of not more than $2,000.00,

or both.

(3) If a person uses a self-defense spray or foam device during the commission of a crime to eject, release, or

emit orthochlorobenzalmalononitrile or oleoresin capsicum or threatens to use a self-defense spray or foam

device during the commission of a crime to temporarily or permanently disable another person, the judge

who imposes sentence upon a conviction for that crime shall consider the defendant’s use or threatened use

of the self-defense spray or foam device as a reason for enhancing the sentence.

(4) A person shall not sell a self-defense spray or foam device to a minor. A person who violates this

subsection is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for not more than 90 days or a fine of not

more than $500.00, or both.

(5) Subsection (2) does not prohibit either of the following:

(a) The reasonable use of a self-defense spray or foam device containing not more than 18%

oleoresin capsicum by a person who is employed by a county sheriff or a chief of police and who is

authorized in writing by the county sheriff or chief of police to carry and use a self-defense spray or

foam device and has been trained in the use, effects, and risks of the device, while in performance of

his or her official duties.

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(b) The reasonable use of either of the following by a person in the protection of a person or property

under circumstances that would justify the person’s use of physical force:

(i) A self-defense spray or foam device containing not more than 18% oleoresin capsicum.

(ii) A self-defense spray or foam device containing an Ultraviolet dye and not more than 18%

oleoresin capsicum. 2018, Act 98, Imd. Eff. Apr. 2, 2018

LEOSA State Information

 MCOLES LEOSA FAQs

 Michigan LEOSA Info.

 Michigan MCOLES LEOSA Information Apply/Renew

 LEOSA Application

 Michigan Statutes – 28.511 through 28.527 Process for Retired Law Enforcement Officers

See the LEOSA Section on the USA Page at Handgunlaw.us for more LEOSA Information.

Attorney General Opinions/Court Cases

 Michigan AG - Park Carry

 Michigan AG - Handgun in Vehicles

 Michigan Appeals Ct on State Preemption

 Michigan AG – Short Barrel Firearms that shoot Shotgun Shells

 Michigan AG – CCW Ammo Restrictions While Hunting

 Michigan AG - AG Opinion on Suppressors

 Michigan Appeals Court Ruling on Stun Guns

 Michigan Appeals Ct on Carry in District Libraries (MI Supreme Ct Refused to hear appeal

to this case so this ruling stands)

 Michigan Appeals Ct That Schools Can Ban Carry (12/16)

 Michigan Appeals Ct University of Michigan Can Ban Firearms (6/17)

 Michigan Supreme Ct. – K-12 Schools Banning Firearms (7/18 See Places Off Limits For More Info)

 MI AG Opinion – St. Capitol Comm. Can Ban Firearms from Capitol Building ( 7/20)

 MI AG Opinion – MI Residents Must Have MI CPL to Legally Carry In MI. (7/20)

 MI Appeals CT – Officer With Reasonable Suspicion May Ask for proof of CPL (4/24)

Airport Carry/Misc. Information

Airport Carry: YES Parking Lot and Terminal 259.80f

Training Valid for: 5 Years

Time Period to Establish Residency: 6 Months. Waived with permit from another state. 28.425b (7)(b)

Minimum Age for Permit/License: 21

Permit/License Info Public Information: NO

State Reciprocity/How They Honor Other States Statute: 28.422

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State Firearm Laws: Act 372 of 1927 28-421 thru 28-435

State Deadly Force Laws: Act 328 of 1931 750-200h thru 750-200k

State Knife Laws: Act 328 of 1931 750-226 thru 750-226a

Chemical/Electric Weapons Laws: 750-224a (Chem.) 750--224d (Elect)

Body Armor Laws: 750.227g

Does Your Permit Cover Other Weapons Besides Firearms? YES Firearms & Stun Guns.

MCL 750.224a

State Safe Storage/Access by Minors Statute/s: MCL 28.435 2023 Per SB 79

Is carrying of a Concealed Firearm with Permit/License

for Defensive Purposes Only While Hunting Legal? YES DNR Hunting & Trapping Digest

Notes

What Does MI Consider A Loaded Firearm?

Transporting Firearms, Crossbows, and Bows and Arrows (DNR Regulations)

These rules apply whether your vehicle is parked, stopped, moving or is on private or public property.

Firearms must be unloaded in the barrel, and all arrows must be in a quiver when a hunter is afield outside

the legal hunting hours.

At all times when carried in or on a motor vehicle, including snowmobiles:

 Rifles, shotguns, muzzleloading and other firearms must be unloaded in both barrel and magazine

and enclosed in a case or carried in the trunk of a vehicle.

 Crossbows, slingshots, and bows and arrows must be enclosed in a case or unstrung or carried in the

trunk of a vehicle.

At all times, when carried in or on an ORV:

 Rifles, shotguns, muzzleloading and other firearms must be unloaded in both barrel and magazine

and enclosed in a case or equipped with and made inoperative by a manufactured keylocked trigger-

housing mechanism.

 Crossbows, slingshots, and bows and arrows must be enclosed in a case or unstrung.

At all times, when carried in or on a motor-propelled boat or sailboat:

 Rifles, shotguns, muzzleloading and other firearms must be unloaded in both barrel and magazine

when the motor is operating or the boat is under sail.

 Firearms may not be loaded until the forward momentum of the boat has ceased.

Exception: These rules do not apply to a pistol carried under authority of a concealed pistol license or

properly carried under authority of a specific exception from the requirement of a concealed pistol license.

See Statewide Handgun Regulations.

A percussion cap muzzleloading longarm is considered unloaded if the percussion cap is removed. A

flintlock muzzleloading longarm is considered unloaded if the cock is left down and the pan is open. Black

powder handguns must be transported as stated above. A muzzleloading firearm that has an electric ignition

system is considered unloaded if the battery is removed.

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State Emergency Powers

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT ACT (EXCERPT)

Act 390 of 1976

30.405 Additional Powers of Governor; Prohibition; Disobeying or Interfering With Rule, Order, or

Directive as Misdemeanor.

Sec. 5.

(1) In addition to the general authority granted to the governor by this act, the governor may, upon the

declaration of a state of disaster or a state of emergency do 1 or more of the following:

(a) Suspend a regulatory statute, order, or rule prescribing the procedures for conduct of state business,

when strict compliance with the statute, order, or rule would prevent, hinder, or delay necessary action in

coping with the disaster or emergency. This power does not extend to the suspension of criminal process

and procedures.

(b) Utilize the available resources of the state and its political subdivisions, and those of the federal

government made available to the state, as are reasonably necessary to cope with the disaster or

emergency.

(c) Transfer the direction, personnel, or functions of state departments, agencies, or units thereof for the

purpose of performing or facilitating emergency management.

(d) Subject to appropriate compensation, as authorized by the legislature, commandeer or utilize private

property necessary to cope with the disaster or emergency.

(e) Direct and compel the evacuation of all or part of the population from a stricken or threatened area

within the state if necessary for the preservation of life or other mitigation, response, or recovery

activities.

(f) Prescribe routes, modes, and destination of transportation in connection with an evacuation.

(g) Control ingress and egress to and from a stricken or threatened area, removal of persons within the

area, and the occupancy of premises within the area.

(h) Suspend or limit the sale, dispensing, or transportation of alcoholic beverages, explosives, and

combustibles.

(i) Provide for the availability and use of temporary emergency housing.

(j) Direct all other actions which are necessary and appropriate under the circumstances.

(2) Subsection (1) does not authorize the seizure, taking, or confiscation of lawfully possessed firearms or

ammunition.

(3) A person who willfully disobeys or interferes with the implementation of a rule, order, or directive

issued by the governor pursuant to this section is guilty of a misdemeanor. History: 1976, Act 390, Imd. Eff.

Dec. 30, 1976 ;-- Am. 1990, Act 50, Imd. Eff. Apr. 6, 1990 ;-- Am. 2006, Act 545, Imd. Eff. Dec. 29, 2006

Note: Federal Law can apply if the state is receiving monetary and/or other assistance from the Federal

Government. See US Code 42-5207 for Federal Law as it applies to States of Emergencies. The state quoted

code may also not be all of the law on Emergency Powers held by the state. You should read the entire code

on Emergency Powers etc for this state by following the link to the state code.

Minimum Age for Possessing and Transporting of Handguns.

Michigan 18 Y/O 750.234f

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This is the minimum age for possessing and transporting a handgun unloaded and secured in a vehicle

without any type of permit/license to carry firearms. Some states (and counties) require Firearms

Identification Cards, and/or registration.

Note: In some states Possession and Transportation CAN be very restrictive in that you can ONLY

possess and transport a handgun to and from a Shooting Range, Gun Shop, property you own or other

places you can legally possess a handgun. Some states do not have this restriction.

This is not the last word on possession and transporting of handguns in this, or any other state. Study your

state law further for more information. See “RV/Car Carry” Section Above for more information.

Permit/License Image

Michigan does not have a standard Permit/License. It can be a plastic card or paper. I do not know if there is any information on the reverse of these Licenses.

Back of MI License

Image above left is a sample image. Image on right has been digitally assembled from 2 or more images. It may not be 100% accurate but gives a good

representation of the actual Permit/License. I have been told that the back of both sample fronts is the same.

Updates to this Page

129 Links*

Archive of Previous Updates 2

7/1/2023 - Florida Now A Permitless Carry State. All Links Checked.

8/1/2023 – North Dakota Added as Permitless Carry States Listing Under Map.

8/17/2023 – Link to New Capitol Building Firearms Restrictions Added to Places Off Limits Section.

9/2/2023 – Nebraska Added as a Permitless Carry State Under Map.

9/9/2023 – Michigan State University Now Bans Firearms. MI St Entry Updated in Places Off Limits Section.

10/15/2023 – All Links Checked.

1/8/2024 – All Links Checked.

2/14/2024 – Statutes Updated per Act 37, Eff.Feb. 13, 2024 That were Minor Changes. All Links Checked.

4/21/2024 – Appeals Ct Ruling Added to AG/Court Opinions Section on Asking for CPL.

7/4/2024 – Louisiana Added as Permitless Carry State in Listing Under Map.

7/30/2024 – Notice on Corp of Engineer Properties on their Lakes Added to State Park Carry.