Nevada operates as a “Shall Issue” state where you obtain the permit at the local county level. Nevada is traditionally an open carry state. There tend to be more areas accessible to a person open carrying compared to one who is concealed carrying.
You must be 21 to obtain a conceal carry and additionally you need to complete a training course. If you’re 18 and in the military you’re allowed to obtain a conceal carry.
Nevada doesn’t require for firearm registration for residents, and non-residents are allowed to purchase long guns but not handguns.
Nevada Gun Laws Quick Facts
Constitutional Carry? | ❌ No - Nevada is not considered a constitutional carry state. |
Open Carry Permitted? | ✅ Yes - Nevada allows for open carry without a permit so long as the individual is 18 years or older and legally allowed to own a firearm. |
Carry In Vehicle? | ✅ Yes - Nevada allows for concealed carry within a vehicle if you have the Nevada firearm permit or a permit from a reciprocal state. If you do not have a permit, then you must carry openly or must be stored in a location away from passengers. |
Carry In State Park? | ✅ Yes - Nevada allows for concealed carry within state parks with the Nevada firearm permit and/or a permit from a reciprocal state. |
Carry In Restaurants? | ✅ Yes - Nevada allows for concealed carry within restaurants so long as you have the Nevada firearm permit or a permit from a reciprocal state. You must not be under the influence of alcohol while carrying. |
No Weapon Sign Enforced? | ❌ No - We could not find code giving no weapons signs the force of law behind them. |
Must Notify Officer? | ❌ No - Nevada does not have a duty to inform law. You must present your permit and a valid photo ID on you if you're carrying a asked by a LEO. |
Nevada CCW Reciprocity List
States Honoring CCW
* Restricted Reciprocity with Nevada
States NOT Honoring CCW
Honors These States CCW Permits
* Restricted Reciprocity with Nevada
How Reciprocity Works In Nevada
Any individual who has a permit to conceal carry in another reciprocal U.S. state is legally allowed to carry a firearm in Nevada. During their time in Nevada, they will be subject to the laws of the county and state.
Reciprocity Agreements In Nevada
Nevada: Where Is CCW Allowed?
Places Allowed
- State parks
- State and national forests
- Road side rest areas
- Vehicle
- All areas of the state not listed as Off-Limits
Places Not Allowed
- Airports
- Public schools and private schools
- Child-care facilities
- Facilities belonging to the University of Nevada, the Community College System, any other vocational/technical school
- Law enforcement agency facilities
- Courthouses and courtrooms
- Hoover Dam
- Prisons, jails and detention facilities
- Any buildings with metal detectors or signs prohibiting firearms at each public entrance
- Any place where the carrying of firearms is prohibited by Federal Law.
Nevada: Conceal Carry Laws
Open Carry
Yes, open carry in Nevada is legal without a permit. The minimum age is 18 years old.
Carry In Vehicle
Yes, it depends on the type of firearm.
- Handguns - There is no law against carrying handguns in a vehicle without a permit/license. The handgun must be visible if on a person. Handguns in a glove box, on or under a seat are allowed. You will need a permit to conceal carry a handgun in a holster or pocket while in a vehicle.
- Long Guns - There is a law for carrying long guns and shotguns in vehicles without a license. Whenever these firearms are carried in a vehicle they must be unloaded, this means there cannot be a cartridge in the chamber, but you can have a loaded magazine in the firearm.
Carry In State Parks
Yes, it is legal to carry in the following areas:
- State Parks: YES – NAC 407.105
- State/National Forests: YES – NAC 407.105
- State Wildlife Management Areas: YES
- Road Side Rest Areas: YES – NRS202.3673
Carry In Restaurants
Yes
In Restaurants That Serve Alcohol There are no laws in Nevada regarding a open or concealed firearm in a bar or drinking establishment. It’s a different story if you are carrying a firearm and have consumed too much alcohol as it then becomes a crime if you have a blood alcohol content of more than (BAC) .10 or greater.
Constitutional Carry
No, Nevada is not considered a constitutional carry state.
No Weapon Signs Enforced
No, “No Weapons” signs are not mentioned in Nevada gun laws. There are no legal penalties for lawfully entering a private property or business that has posted these signs. They have no force of law unless they are posted in areas that are mentioned in the law as being off limits. Most signs on public buildings only ban concealed carry. You will find you have greater access to areas if you open carry.
Must Notify Officer
No, there is nothing in Nevada gun laws that says you must inform law enforcement you are carrying a firearm. You are required by law to carry your CCW permit with identification and show these to law enforcement if they request them.
The Law NRS202.3667 – Must carry permit
Additional Resources
Nevada Concealed Carry Laws
Nevada Open Carry Laws
Nevada Gun Permit Laws
