Summary
Rhode Island is not a traditional open carry state. Open carry is permitted to those with a carry permit from the AG. But at this time, it is our interpretation that it is not permitted for those with police chief issued permits.
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| Legal Disclaimer |
We make every effort to provide correct information on this site. However, the legal landscape surrounding open carry is fluid and subject to a myriad of political influences in the various states. Therefore, any and all information you glean from this site should be independently verified! |
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| State Constitution |
Article I, Section 22
The right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed. |
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| Minimum Age to OC |
No Statutory Limit |
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| Preemption |
Complete State Preemption of All Firearm Laws
NOTE: Almost all states allow local regulation of the discharge of firearms |
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| Open Car Carry |
Firearms may be openly carried in cars only with an AG issued permit or by a person with a permit from ANY other state who is on a journey THROUGH RI. |
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| Private Sales |
Not Yet Determined |
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| Permit Issued |
Not Yet Determined |
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| K-12 Carry |
Not Yet Determined
NOTE: The Federal Gun-Free School Zones Act Restricts Carry to Permit Holders |
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| College Carry |
Carry Not Statutorily Prohibited
NOTE: Even if Legal, Students May be Subject to Academic Sanctions |
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| Places Off Limits |
Currently Being Researched
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