Idaho Concealed Carry Laws
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Laws change without notice. This summary reflects our best understanding of current Idaho 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
Idaho is a constitutional carry state with no permit required for eligible persons 18 and older to carry a concealed firearm. Open carry is also permitted. Idaho issues a voluntary Enhanced Concealed Carry License through county sheriffs, which provides broader reciprocity with other states than the standard Idaho permit.
Reciprocity
Idaho honors concealed carry licenses from all US states. The Idaho Enhanced Concealed Carry License is recognized by a large number of states. Non-residents 21 and older may also carry in Idaho under the state's constitutional carry provisions without obtaining an Idaho license.
Prohibited Locations
Idaho prohibits carry in courthouses and courtrooms during sessions, schools and on school grounds, juvenile detention facilities, the secured area of any jail or correctional facility, and any location where entry is controlled by metal detectors. Private property owners may also prohibit firearms on their premises.
NFA Items in Idaho
Idaho permits federally-registered NFA items including suppressors, SBRs, and SBSs. Idaho has no state-level restrictions on NFA items beyond federal law. The $200 NFA tax stamp elimination effective January 1, 2026 significantly benefits Idaho residents interested in acquiring suppressors or other NFA-regulated items.
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