North Dakota Concealed Carry Laws
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Laws change without notice. This summary reflects our best understanding of current North Dakota 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
North Dakota is a constitutional carry state where no permit is required for eligible residents 18 and older to carry a concealed firearm. Non-residents must have a valid permit from their home state to carry concealed in North Dakota. Open carry is permitted. North Dakota issues a Class 1 or Class 2 Firearm License for residents who want broader reciprocity.
Reciprocity
North Dakota honors concealed carry licenses from all US states. The North Dakota Class 1 License is recognized by many states and requires additional training. North Dakota has a duty-to-inform law — residents carrying under constitutional carry must notify law enforcement upon contact.
Prohibited Locations
North Dakota prohibits carry in schools and on school grounds, courthouses, jails and detention facilities, churches and houses of worship (unless authorized), the state capitol building, establishments serving alcohol, and any posted private property.
NFA Items in North Dakota
North Dakota permits federally-registered NFA items including suppressors, SBRs, and SBSs. North Dakota 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 North Dakota residents.
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