Michigan Gun Laws - 2026 Complete Guide

Last verified: 2026-01-01 | Not legal advice - verify with your state AG

Legal Permit Required Castle Doctrine Stand Your Ground Red Flag Law

⚠️ This is not legal advice. Gun laws change frequently. Always verify current laws with your state attorney general or a licensed firearms attorney before carrying.

Quick Reference: Michigan Gun Laws

Open Carry	Legal
Concealed Carry	Permit Required
Permit Required	Yes - required
Permit Cost	$115
Permit Validity	5 years
Waiting Period	None
Background Check	Required
Castle Doctrine	✓ Yes
Stand Your Ground	✓ Yes
Red Flag Law	✕ Yes (ERPO exists)
Magazine Limit	None
Suppressors	Legal (NFA rules apply)
NFA Items	All legal (federal rules apply)

Open Carry Laws in Michigan

Open carry is legal in Michigan for anyone who is legally allowed to possess a firearm. No permit is required to openly carry a holstered handgun or a long gun in public, subject to restricted location laws.

Concealed Carry Laws in Michigan

Concealed carry in Michigan requires a valid permit. Michigan requires a Concealed Pistol License (CPL) to carry concealed. Must be 21+, complete firearms safety course, pass background check. Open carry is legal without a permit.

Where You Cannot Carry in Michigan

The following locations generally prohibit firearms carry in Michigan. This list is not exhaustive - always verify current law before carrying in any location.

Schools
Churches
Courts
Licensed Premises
Stadiums
Hospitals
Dormitories
Casinos
Day Care Centers
Gun Free Zone Signs

Federal law also prohibits carry in federal buildings, national parks ranger stations, and other federal facilities regardless of state law.

Getting a Michigan CCW Permit

Michigan requires a Concealed Pistol License (CPL) to carry concealed. Must be 21+, complete firearms safety course, pass background check. Open carry is legal without a permit.

Official Michigan Permit Information

CCW Reciprocity for Michigan

States that honor your Michigan permit (29)

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Michigan honors permits from (30)

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Reciprocity agreements change frequently. Always verify current reciprocity with the issuing state's law enforcement agency before traveling. Some states have additional requirements beyond permit reciprocity.

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Michigan Gun Law Cheat Sheet - Free PDF

Download our one-page quick reference for Michigan gun laws. Open carry rules, carry restrictions, permit info, and CCW reciprocity at a glance. Keep it in your range bag.

Frequently Asked Questions: Michigan Gun Laws

Can I open carry in Michigan?

Yes. Open carry is legal in Michigan without a permit for those 18+ who can legally own firearms, though some locations are off-limits.

Does Michigan have stand your ground?

Yes. Michigan has castle doctrine and stand your ground laws providing protection when lawfully present.

Does Michigan have a red flag law?

Yes. Michigan enacted an Extreme Risk Protection Order law in 2023.

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