Supplemental Information
Loaded Firearm Definition: There are no specific definitions for a loaded firearm for the State of Louisiana. Emergency Powers for the State of Louisiana: RS 29 §724. Powers of the Governor (Excerpt) A. The governor is responsible for meeting the dangers to the state and people presented by emergencies or disasters, and in order to […]
Important Links
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Reciprocity Guidelines for Kentucky
Kentucky honors both resident and nonresident permits from all other states per the below statute: 237.110 License to Carry Concealed Deadly Weapon (20) (a) A person who has a valid license issued by another state of the United States to carry a concealed deadly weapon in that state may, subject to provisions of Kentucky law, […]
Applying for a Permit in Kentucky
The application process for a permit is outlined below: KRS 237.110 2. An applicant, in lieu of a paper application, may submit an electronic application for a license, renewal of a license and an Emergency Protective Order License to carry a concealed deadly weapon to the Department of Kentucky State Police. The online application form […]
Applying for a Non-Resident Permit
The State of Kentucky will issue a license to carry to military personnel when the person is a citizen of the United States and is on active duty assigned to a location within the state. KRS 237.110 (20) (b) If a person with a valid license to carry a concealed deadly weapon issued from another […]
Carry Permit Limitations
237.110 (16) Except as provided in KRS 527.020, no license issued pursuant to this section shall authorize any person to carry a concealed firearm into: (a) Any police station or sheriff’s office; (b) Any detention facility, prison, or jail; (c) Any courthouse, solely occupied by the Court of Justice courtroom, or court proceeding; (d) Any […]
Age Requirements for Carrying or Moving Firearms
The minimum age for transporting or possessing a firearm in the state is 17 years of age per RS 14:95.8 without a permit. When traveling check the requirements for the area where you will be traveling to ensure you meet all necessary restrictions.
Gun Sign Requirements and Limitations
Gun signs do not have the force of law within the State of Kentucky per statute 237.110. If a property is posted it is not advisable to enter the premises no matter what the state laws are regarding signage. Always honor the rights of the property owner regarding carrying. No firearms signs do have the […]
Police Contact Carry Inform Requirements
You are not required to notify a police officer that you are carrying if contacted. 237.110 (15) The licensee shall carry the license at all times the licensee is carrying a concealed firearm or other deadly weapon and shall display the license upon request of a law enforcement officer. Violation of the provisions of this […]