Carrying In Rhode Island
Rhode Island requires a state-issued permit for concealed carry. Open carry rules vary by jurisdiction.
Magazine capacity capped at 10 rounds. No state-level assault weapon ban. Suppressors are prohibited for civilian ownership at the state level.
Reciprocity — Permits Honored In Rhode Island
If you hold a valid concealed carry permit from one of these states, Rhode Island will recognize it (subject to age, federal law, and local rules):
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- Florida
- Georgia
- Idaho
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- New Hampshire
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
Restricted / Conditional
These states' permits are honored only under specific conditions in Rhode Island — verify before carrying:
Not Honored
Rhode Island does NOT recognize concealed carry permits from these states:
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Hawaii
- Illinois
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Minnesota
- Nevada
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- Oregon
- Washington
Where Your Rhode Island Permit Travels
A valid Rhode Island concealed carry permit is recognized in 0 other states (in addition to Constitutional Carry states where no permit is required):
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Important: Firearm laws change frequently and vary by locality within each state. This page is informational, not legal advice. Always verify current Rhode Island firearm regulations directly with the state Attorney General's office or a licensed firearms attorney before carrying, purchasing, or transporting a firearm. DOPE makes no guarantees about accuracy, completeness, or timeliness — by using this page you acknowledge you are solely responsible for compliance with all applicable laws.