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Reciprocity Guidelines for Maine
Maine is one of the five states that do not require permit when carrying handguns along with Alaska, Arizona, Kansas and Vermont. Anyone who possess handguns and want to carry concealed can. Among the states recognized by Maine include Alaska, Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Iowa, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, North Dakota, […]
Carrying without a permit within Maine
Anyone who is 21 years old or older can carry a firearm in Maine without a permit. Veterans and active members of the military are allowed to carry concealed. For individuals on motor vehicles or motorboats (12 MRSA §11212), they should not have their loaded firearms on them except if they are at least 21 […]
Applying for a Permit in Maine
To know if the state Maine releases concealed carry licenses to the state where you live in by clicking on this link. If your town/city is not included on the list, consult the respective on your city/town to know how you can apply for a Maine permit. When applying for a permit in Maine, individuals […]
Applying for a Non-Resident Permit
Non-residents who wish to apply for a carry permit in Maine should complete and submit the following requirements: • Application for Concealed Carry Permit • 2 Forms for Authority to Release • Payment of $60 which should be paid to the Treasurer of the state of Maine • Permits/licenses obtained from other states • DD-214 […]
Carry Permit Limitations
Illegal possession of a firearm can be charged to an individual who carries his handgun when he: a. Consumes alcohol. b. Is inside a public school (discharging of firearms within 500 feet from school is also not permitted) c. Enters a court facility or any establishment controlled by the Maine Judicial Branch d. Is inside […]
Gun Sign Requirements and Limitations
§402. Criminal Trespass An individual who does or does not own a permit can be charged with criminal trespass if: a. He enters a posted property of which he was restricted to do so for carrying a firearm. This violation is considered as a crime. Property that is posted shall have signage or paint in […]
Police Contact Carry Inform Requirements
25 MRSA §2003. Permits to carry concealed handguns Every carrier in Maine must always bring with him his permit at all times including the Maine non-resident permit whenever he carries his firearm. This should be presented to any law enforcement officer when asked to do so. A civil violation may not be charged from a […]
Personal Vehicle Storage Limitations
Sec. 1. 26 MRSA §600, sub-§1 An employer should not discourage the employee to keep his firearm inside the vehicle even if it is parked on the employer’s premises, as long as he has a valid carry permit and the firearm is kept in a container inside the vehicle not visible for others. However, this […]
Carry Restrictions for State, National and other Public Lands
Carrying of firearms on state, national and other public lands is allowed by the law in Maine, but open carry is not permitted. Carriers should possess a valid license when going to St. Parks. Baxter Street Park does not allow carrying of firearms. Maine resident or non-resident permit is needed when carrying in Acadia National […]