This is simply the best resource for Nevada gun laws. Get the latest laws and info for Nevada.
evada gun laws operate at the local county level on a “Shall Issue” policy. Nevada has traditionally been a open carry state with more areas accessible to a person who is open carrying than one who is concealed carrying. A training course is required to obtain a concealed carry permit with the minimum age being 21, or 18 if in the military. There is no registration of firearms required and residents or non-residents can purchase long guns in Nevada.
Resident Permit
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Previously you had to state the type of firearm and serial number on the permit application. This is not required now and you can obtain a permit for any type of firearm. Applications are made at the sheriffs office in your county of residence. For Clark county residents applications must be submitted to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police department. Military personnel aged between 18 – 20 can obtain a permit if they are on active duty or have been honorably discharged.
The Law
NRS202.3657 – Permit Applications
Non-Resident permits are issued to any one that qualifies. However, you must apply in person at the issuing office which means you will need to make a trip to the state. And any training requirements must be done in Nevada. Sounds like a good excuse for a Las Vegas holiday. The application process is exactly the same as for residents.
The Law
NRS202.3657 – Non-resident permits
All handgun training must take place in Nevada, online or out of state courses will not be accepted. There are some counties that require any training to take place in the county where you file the application.
REQUIREMENTS
APPLICATIONS
Follow these steps to obtain a concealed carry permit;
RENEWALS
To renew a firearms permit in Clark county you must;
PERMIT FEES
| Application Conditions | Original | Renewal |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | $96.25 | $61.25 |
| Late Renewal | $76.25 | |
| Late Renewal (more than 120 days) | $96.25 |
The cost of a concealed carry permit (CCW) varies between counties but are similar to the fees here for Las Vegas; CCW Permit Name Change: $25.00 Duplicate Permit/Late Fee/Address Change: $15.00 Accepted forms of payment Credit/debit cards, Cash, Money order or Cashier’s check. NRS202.3657
Clark county introduces registration for firearms to try and control an influx of mobsters into the county.
Nevada changes from a May Issue Policy to a Shall Issue policy.
Nevada decides not to honor Arizona CCW permits when Arizona becomes a permitless carry state.
Full control over gun laws is given to the state. Clark county is no longer permitted to register firearms.
New laws requiring a background check on private gun sales are passed via a statewide referendum. However, the attorney General states the laws are unenforceable.
Handguns
There is no law against carrying handguns in a vehicle. 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 however a law for carrying long guns and shotguns in vehicles. 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.
The Law
NRS 503.165 – Loaded rifle
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
“No Weapons” signs are not mentioned in Nevada gun laws. There are no legal penalties for 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.
GunsToCarry recommends that you do not enter a property displaying a “No Weapons” sign whether the law is for or against signage. If asked to leave a property and you refuse to do so then you are breaking the law and put yourself at risk of being charged.
Open carry in Nevada is legal. The minimum age is 18 years old.
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.
“Yes” or “No” states if you can carry in a restaurant that serves alcohol. Some restaurants may be posted with “NO GUN” signs. Check with the staff if this means just the bar area. If we have indicated a “Yes” then it should be legal to have a meal without drinking alcohol.
Nevada does not have constitutional carry.
“Every citizen has the right to keep and bear arms for security and defense, for lawful hunting and recreational use and for other lawful purposes.”
(Art. I, § 11)
For information on other states handgun laws please go back to the state laws page and select the state you are interested in.
Private Sales
The law was changed in November, 2016 by referendum to require that all private gun sales have a background check. However, the Attorney General has released an opinion that the law is unenforceable. Furthermore, the FBI has stated it will not conduct background checks on private sales and that a state cannot dictate how federal programs operate.
The Attorney General in response has said citizens will not be prosecuted if they do not comply with the Act.
Preemption
Nevada has full state preemption over gun laws but allows local authorities to regulate the discharge of firearms.
Nevada has a castle doctrine law allowing persons to use deadly force to protect themselves on their own property. We have a video in the Pointers section tat gives more details on the law.
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