Hawaii Concealed Carry Laws
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Laws change without notice. This summary reflects our best understanding of current Hawaii law but may not reflect recent legislative changes, court rulings, or local ordinances. Always verify current law with an attorney or official state source before carrying a firearm. This is not legal advice.
Permit & Carry Requirements
Hawaii is a shall-issue state requiring a license to carry for concealed carry, issued by county police chiefs. Applicants must be at least 21, pass a background check, complete training, and demonstrate good moral character. Open carry is prohibited. Hawaii has some of the most restrictive firearms laws in the United States.
Reciprocity
Hawaii does not honor concealed carry permits from any other state. Out-of-state permit holders have no carry rights in Hawaii. Hawaii residents with a Hawaii carry license have very limited reciprocity with other states due to Hawaii's restrictive laws.
Prohibited Locations
Hawaii prohibits carry in any state or county building or office, courthouses, polling places, schools, banks, bars and establishments serving alcohol, hospitals, public parks and beaches, sports arenas, and any posted private property. The list of prohibited locations in Hawaii is extremely extensive, making lawful carry difficult even for permit holders.
NFA Items in Hawaii
Hawaii prohibits suppressors and SBRs regardless of federal registration. Hawaii has a 10-round magazine limit and an assault weapon ban. These state-level prohibitions apply in addition to federal law, and Hawaii residents cannot legally possess suppressors or SBRs even with federal NFA approval.
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