Nevada 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: Nevada Gun Laws

Open Carry	Legal
Concealed Carry	Permit Required
Permit Required	Yes - required
Permit Cost	$98
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 Nevada

Open carry is legal in Nevada 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 Nevada

Concealed carry in Nevada requires a valid permit. Nevada issues Concealed Firearms Permits through county sheriffs. Must be 21+, complete 8-hour firearms course, pass background check and live-fire test.

Where You Cannot Carry in Nevada

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

Schools
Government Buildings
Courts
Airports
Public Transportation
Casinos
Bars Without Permit
Child Care Centers

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

Getting a Nevada CCW Permit

Nevada issues Concealed Firearms Permits through county sheriffs. Must be 21+, complete 8-hour firearms course, pass background check and live-fire test.

Official Nevada Permit Information

CCW Reciprocity for Nevada

States that honor your Nevada permit (29)

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Nevada honors permits from (31)

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View Full CCW Reciprocity Map

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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Nevada Gun Law Cheat Sheet - Free PDF

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