Nevada Gun Laws
- Background check required? – Yes, through a licensed dealer.[1]
- Permit required to purchase? – No
- Permit required to concealed carry? – Yes[2]
- Firearm laws: §§ 202.253 – 202.369
- Concealed carry law – § 202.350, §§ 202.3653 – 202.369
Nevada Concealed Carry
Nevada citizens are required to obtain a Carrying Concealed Weapons Permit (CCW) to carry a hidden weapon legally.
To qualify for an application, candidates must be at least 21 years old and have completed a firearm safety course.[3] Residents can apply and pay for a CCW at their local sheriff’s office. There, they will be fingerprinted and photographed and asked to submit their ID, completed application, and certification from their safety course.