Minnesota Gun Laws
- Background check required? – No, except for unlicensed individuals who intend to buy a pistol or semiautomatic military-style assault weapon.[1]
- Permit required to purchase? – No, though individuals who intend to purchase a handgun from a dealer must have either a Permit to Carry or Permit to Purchase.[2]
- Permit required to concealed carry? – Yes[3]
- Firearm laws – Chapter 624 – Firearms
- Concealed carry law – § 624.714 Subd. 1a
Minnesota Concealed Carry
Minnesota residents must have a permit to carry a pistol in public, regardless of whether it is concealed or open.
How to Apply
Individuals 21 years of age and older may apply for a Permit to Carry by taking the following steps[4]:
- Complete a firearms safety course with a certified instructor.
- Fill out the Permit to Carry Application.
- Bring the application, photo ID, and certificate of completed safety training to the local county sheriff.[5]
- Pay the application fee and wait up to 30 days for the sheriff to process the application.