Mississippi Concealed Carry Laws
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Laws change without notice. This summary reflects our best understanding of current Mississippi 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
Mississippi is a constitutional carry state where no permit is required for eligible persons 18 and older to carry a concealed or openly carried firearm. Mississippi issues both a Standard Firearms Permit and an Enhanced Carry Permit through the Department of Public Safety for residents who want to carry in states with reciprocity requirements.
Reciprocity
Mississippi honors concealed carry permits from all US states. The Mississippi Enhanced Carry Permit is recognized by many states and provides access to additional locations within Mississippi. Non-residents 18 and older may carry in Mississippi under its constitutional carry law.
Prohibited Locations
Mississippi prohibits carry in courthouses, polling places, schools and school grounds, school athletic events, passenger terminals of airports, churches or places of worship, establishments serving alcohol, parades or demonstrations, police stations, and any posted private property. The Enhanced Carry Permit allows carry in some locations where standard carry is otherwise prohibited.
NFA Items in Mississippi
Mississippi permits federally-registered NFA items including suppressors, SBRs, and SBSs. Mississippi has no state-level restrictions on NFA items beyond federal law and no magazine limits or assault weapon ban. The $200 NFA tax stamp elimination effective January 1, 2026 benefits Mississippi residents.
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