Open Carry Laws for North Dakota

January 11, 2016

The state of North Dakota allows open carrying, but there must be a concealed carry permit. Open carriers should stay away from off-limits mentioned in the “Carry Permit Limitations” section. Check the “Traveling in a Vehicle with a Firearm without a North Dakota Permit” section above.

State and local authorities are not allowed to establish laws and ordinances to regulate open carrying. Individuals who open carry should leave a property when asked by the owner. Failure to do so may result to Trespass Charges.

The minimum age required for open carrying is 18 years old.

Some states do not allow open carrying in places where concealed carrying is permitted. To know more information about open carrying, check the website at www.opencarry.org or search the keywords “North Dakota Open Carry” on Google. You may also check the “Relevant Court Cases and Opinions of North Dakota AG” for court decisions regarding open carry.