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Reciprocity Guidelines for Nevada
Nevada is a Shall Issue state that honors resident and non-resident carry permit issued by the following states: Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Idaho Enhanced Permit, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi Enhanced Permits, Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota (both types of permits), Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon (added this year), South Carolina, […]
Applying for a Permit in Nevada
Note: Starting October 1, 2013, an individual who undergoes training with a certified instructor can qualify for and carry any type of firearm. The serial number and the type of firearm will no longer be printed on the permit. NRS 202.3657. Applicants should submit only one application to obtain a single permit that they may […]
Applying for a Non-Resident Permit
Permits can be obtained from local sheriffs or police departments. NRS 202.2657.Application for Permit; Eligibility; Denial or Revocation of Permit. Individuals may apply for carry permits to the office of the sheriff on the county they reside in. The sheriff, on the other hand, shall issue carry permits to applicants who meet the qualifications […]
Carry Permit Limitations
NRS 202.3673, Permittee Authorized to Carry Concealed Firearm While on Premises of Public Building; Exceptions; Penalty. Permit holders in Nevada are allowed to carry their firearms on any public building. However, the state does not allow carrying on the following premises: • Public airports and the buildings owned by them • Public schools and the […]
Gun Sign Requirements and Limitations
“No Gun” signs in Nevada do not have the force of the law, but www.nationalcarryacademy.com recommends that you leave a property when the owner demands you to leave even though it is not posted. Responsible gun owners must also respect the right of the property owner. Failure to leave the premises may result to Trespass […]
Police Contact Carry Inform Requirements
NRS 202.3667. Permittee to carry permit and proper identification when in possession of concealed firearms; penalty. Permit holders are not obliged to inform a police officer on contact regarding carrying of firearms. However, the carry permit together with a photo identification must always be carried when possessing a firearm. They should be presented to a […]
Carry Restrictions for State, National and other Public Lands
Carrying of firearms in state parks, national forests, state WMA’s and road side rest areas is allowed in Nevada.
Traveling in a Vehicle with a Firearm without a Nevada Permit
There is a law regarding the use of long firearms in vehicles, but there is no law for carrying handguns. When riding a vehicle, a handgun must not be on the owner’s possession and should be kept either under the seat or in a glove box. NRS 503.165. Carrying Loaded Rifle or Shotgun in or […]
Open Carry Laws for Nevada
In Nevada, open carrying is legal, and the “off limits” places mentioned in the “Carry Permit Limitations” section may not apply to those who carry openly. The law does not allow concealed carrying in airport terminals, and many believe that open carrying is allowed in public airports outside the security area. To know more about […]