Tennessee Concealed Carry Laws
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Laws change without notice. This summary reflects our best understanding of current Tennessee 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
Tennessee is a constitutional carry state where no permit is required for eligible persons 21 and older to carry a concealed or openly carried handgun. Tennessee also issues a voluntary Concealed Carry Permit and an Enhanced Carry Permit through the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security for residents wanting permits for reciprocity.
Reciprocity
Tennessee honors concealed carry permits from all US states. The Tennessee Enhanced Carry Permit provides broader reciprocity than the standard permit and allows carry in additional locations within Tennessee. Non-residents 21 and older may carry in Tennessee under its constitutional carry provisions.
Prohibited Locations
Tennessee prohibits carry in schools and on school grounds, school buses, parks and recreation areas (for non-permit holders), courthouses, the state capitol, law enforcement agency offices, correctional facilities, establishments serving alcohol for on-premises consumption (without Enhanced Permit), houses of worship (without Enhanced Permit), and any posted private property.
NFA Items in Tennessee
Tennessee permits federally-registered NFA items including suppressors, SBRs, and SBSs. Tennessee has no state-level restrictions on NFA items beyond federal requirements and no magazine limits or assault weapon ban. The $200 NFA tax stamp elimination effective January 1, 2026 benefits Tennessee residents.
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