Concealed Carry and Reciprocity

While many states grant the right to carry a concealed weapon to anyone holding a permit from any state and others do not require a permit whatsoever, there are many parts of the country where certain state permits aren't valid.

Until all states concealed carry permits are recognized nationwide, the map of which states accept which states permits will continue to shift.

States are always adding and subtracting others from the list of those whose permits they recognize. Keeping up with the current requirements can mean the difference between going to jail and going on your way after a police encounter.