Michigan Concealed Carry Laws
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Laws change without notice. This summary reflects our best understanding of current Michigan 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
Michigan is a shall-issue state requiring a Concealed Pistol License (CPL) for concealed carry, issued by county clerks. Applicants must be at least 21, complete 8 hours of handgun training, pass a background check, and meet all eligibility requirements. Open carry is permitted in Michigan without a CPL, except in certain pistol-free zones where a CPL does not grant access.
Reciprocity
Michigan honors concealed carry licenses from states that have reciprocity agreements with Michigan. Michigan's CPL is recognized by many states across the country. Michigan has a duty-to-inform law — when in contact with law enforcement, CPL holders must immediately disclose that they are carrying.
Prohibited Locations
Michigan has designated 'pistol-free zones' including schools and school property, public or private child care centers, sports arenas and stadiums, bars and taverns, places of worship, entertainment facilities with 2,500+ capacity, hospitals, dormitories and classrooms of community colleges or universities, and casinos. CPL holders may not carry in these locations even with a valid license.
NFA Items in Michigan
Michigan permits federally-registered NFA items including suppressors, SBRs, and SBSs. Michigan has no state-level restrictions on NFA items beyond federal law and no magazine limits or assault weapon ban at the state level. The $200 NFA tax stamp elimination effective January 1, 2026 benefits Michigan residents.
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