Oregon Gun Laws
Concealed carry permit requiredEligibility and location restrictions apply.
- Concealed carry
- A permit is required for public concealed carry, with limited exceptions. Check the map before relying on an out-of-state permit.
- Open carry
- Local governments can restrict loaded open carry by people without an Oregon concealed-handgun license. Check city and county rules.
- Police stops
- You do not generally have to announce that you are carrying. The signed concealed-handgun license must be carried when carrying concealed.
Traveling to another state?
Check where your permit is recognized and see the carry rules along your route.