Utah Gun Laws

Utah is known for having fairly unrestrictive gun laws.

Open carry of unloaded firearms is legal without a permit.

Utah Gun Laws Quick Facts

Open Carry Permitted?	Yes – Utah recognizes permit-less carry (also known as constitutional carry) as of May 5, 2021. This effectively means that any individual at least 21 or older and who may legally own a firearm, is allowed to open carry without a permit.
Carry In Vehicle?	Yes – Utah allows for any person at least 18 or older (and who may legally own a firearm) to carry a firearm in their vehicle without a permit.
Carry In State Park?	Yes – Utah allows for individuals to carry concealed (or openly) on their state parks without a permit. However, you cannot carry within any public buildings on state park land.
Carry In Restaurants?	Yes – Utah allows for individuals to carry within restaurants or bars so long as you’re not under the influence of any alcohol.
Constitutional Carry?	Yes – Utah passed a bill on May 5th, 2021 which enacted permit-less carry (or constitutional carry) for any person at least 21 or older and who is legally allowed to own a firearm.
No Weapon Sign Enforced?	Yes/No – There is a bit of confusion around no weapons signs within Utah. In the Utah code there are specific areas where firearms are not permitted whatsoever. These include churches (places of worship), public buildings, etc. However, it’s not specifically written that no weapons signs have any weight behind them.
Must Notify Officer?	No – Utah does not have any duty to inform laws within their code requiring you to notify a LEO you’re carrying a firearm.

Utah CCW Reciprocity List

States Honoring CCW

Alabama
Alaska
Arizona
Arkansas
California
Colorado
Delaware
Florida
Georgia
Idaho
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maine
Michigan
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
Nevada
New Hampshire
North Carolina
North Dakota
Ohio
Oklahoma
Pennsylvania
South Dakota
Tennessee
Texas
Utah
Vermont
Virginia
Washington
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming

States NOT Honoring CCW

California
Connecticut
District of Columbia
Hawaii
Illinois
Maryland
Massachusetts
New Jersey
New York
Oregon
Rhode Island
Washington

Honors These States CCW Permits

Alabama
Alaska
Arizona
Arkansas
California
Colorado
Connecticut
Delaware
Florida
Georgia
Hawaii
Idaho
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maine
Maryland
Massachusetts
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
Nevada
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New Mexico
New York
North Carolina
North Dakota
Ohio
Oklahoma
Oregon
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
South Carolina
South Dakota
Tennessee
Texas
Utah
Vermont
Virginia
Washington
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming

How Reciprocity Works In Utah

The state of Utah will honor all other state permits.
There are 36 states that honor the standard Utah CCW permit.
However, 6 of these states will only honor a Utah residential permit.
And 19 states will not honor the Utah Provisional permit.

Reciprocity Agreements In Utah

There are two types of permits in Utah, a Standard Permit and a Provisional Permit, the later being issued to persons aged between 18 – 21. Some states will not accept both these permits due to the low age requirements on the Provisional Permit. The standard permit is very popular for non-residents as it allows them to travel in 30 states with a handgun. For a full list of what permits a state will accept please look at the official reciprocity list.

Utah: Where Is CCW Allowed?

Places Allowed

State parks
State and national forests
Road side rest areas
Vehicle
All areas of the state – except those listed as Off-Limits

Places Not Allowed

Any courthouse
Any secure area in which firearms are prohibited
Mental health facility
Correctional facility
Church or house of worship that has given notice firearms are prohibited
- Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
- Congregation of Kol Ami
Secure area of airport
Any place where the carrying of firearms is
prohibited by Federal Law.

Utah: Conceal Carry Laws

Open Carry

Yes

Utah recognizes permit-less carry (also known as constitutional carry) as of May 5, 2021. This effectively means that any individual at least 21 or older and who may legally own a firearm, is allowed to open carry without a permit.

Carry In Vehicle

Yes

Utah allows for any person at least 18 or older (and who may legally own a firearm) to carry a firearm in their vehicle without a permit.

Carry In State Parks

Yes

It is legal to carry in the following areas:

State Parks: YES

State/National Forests: YES

State Wildlife Management Areas: YES

Road Side Rest Areas: YES

Carry In Restaurants

Yes

Nothing in Utah law prevents a person from carrying a concealed handgun in a bar or restaurant where alcohol is being served. You should be aware though that it is a crime to be in possession of a firearm if you are intoxicated. Intoxication levels are based on those used for driving a vehicle.

Constitutional Carry

Yes

Utah passed a bill on May 5th, 2021 which enacted permit-less carry (or constitutional carry) for any person at least 21 or older and who is legally allowed to own a firearm.

No Weapon Signs Enforced

“No Weapons” signs under Utah gun laws have no force of law unless they are posted in areas that are mentioned by the law as being off limits. The law specifically mentions “places of worship” and “private residences”. If any of these places has posted a “No Weapons” sign than it is illegal to enter. A place of business is not mentioned in the law so it would be legal to lawfully enter a posted business although we do not recommend that.

Must Notify Officer

Utah gun laws do not require you to inform law enforcement you are carrying a firearm. There is also no requirement to carry a permit.

Additional Resources

Utah Concealed Carry Laws
Utah Open Carry Laws
Utah Gun Permit Laws