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Reciprocity Guidelines for Mississippi
Mississippi, carry permits issued by other states are honored as well as the non-resident carry permits released by other states. § 45-9-101. License to Carry Stun Gun, Concealed Pistol or Revolver An individual who was issued license by other states to carry stun guns, pistol and revolver is allowed to carry such within the state […]
Carrying without a permit within Mississippi
§ 97-37-1. Deadly weapons; carrying while concealed; use or attempt to use; penalties; “concealed” defined Any person above the age of eighteen (18) is allowed to carry a concealed firearm or other deadly weapons in his own home or business and in his vehicle. 45-9-101. The state does not require any type of permit/license in […]
Applying for a Permit in Mississippi
• When applying for a permit in Mississippi, all the sections in the application form should be filled out by the applicant. Failure to complete all the requested information may result to a denial in the application. • The completed application form should be notarized and brought to the Department of Public Safety Headquarters in […]
Applying for a Non-Resident Permit
§ 45-9-101.License to Carry Stun Gun, Concealed Pistol or Revolver The state of Mississippi shall issue a carry permit for a non-resident if he meets the following requirements: • Has established residency in the state (resident for 12 months or longer) before the submission of application. Exceptions for this requirement apply for those with valid […]
Carry Permit Limitations
SEC. 45-9-101. Enhanced permit holders are allowed to carry in some of the places listed below: • Police or sheriff station • Detention facilities • Prison • Courthouses • Courtrooms • Athletic events • Buildings that serve alcoholic beverages • Voting locations • Meeting places of the government entities and Legislature • Elementary and secondary […]
Gun Sign Requirements and Limitations
For non-enhanced permit holders, “no gun” signs for different places have the force of law. § 45-9-101. License to Carry Stun Gun, Concealed Pistol or Revolver Carrying of stun guns, pistols and revolvers may be prohibited by the owner of any property by putting a written sign stating that weapons are not allowed in the […]
Police Contact Carry Inform Requirements
Concealed carriers are not obliged to inform police officers on contact for carrying weapons. However, when carrying a stun gun, pistol or revolver, individuals must also bring their licenses and identification cards. When asked by a law enforcement officer, identification cards and licenses should be presented. Failure to do so shall result to a violation […]
Personal Vehicle Storage Limitations
§ 45-9-55. Employer not Permitted to Prohibit Transportation or Storage of Firearms on Employer Property; Exceptions; Certain Immunity for Employer • Any public or private employer is not allowed to adopt or establish regulations to prohibit the employees from transporting or storing their firearms inside their vehicles in the business’ parking area. • A private […]
Carry Restrictions for State, National and other Public Lands
Carrying of weapons in state parks is allowed by the state. There are no references found regarding possession of firearms on state and national forests. When hunting, firearms should be carried only for the season.