Oregon Gun Laws - 2026 Complete Guide

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

Legal with Restrictions Permit Required No Castle Doctrine 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: Oregon Gun Laws

Open Carry	Legal with Restrictions
Concealed Carry	Permit Required
Permit Required	Yes - required
Permit Cost	$65
Permit Validity	4 years
Waiting Period	None
Background Check	Required
Castle Doctrine	✕ No
Stand Your Ground	✕ No
Red Flag Law	✕ Yes (ERPO exists)
Magazine Limit	10 rounds maximum
Suppressors	Legal (NFA rules apply)
NFA Items	Restricted

Open Carry Laws in Oregon

Open carry is permitted in Oregon with certain restrictions. Local municipalities may impose additional regulations. Check local ordinances before openly carrying.

Concealed Carry Laws in Oregon

Concealed carry in Oregon requires a valid permit. Oregon requires a Concealed Handgun License issued by county sheriff. Oregon passed Measure 114 in 2022 adding a permit-to-purchase requirement and magazine restrictions (10 rounds), though legal challenges continue.

Where You Cannot Carry in Oregon

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

Schools
Government Buildings
Courts
Public Transit
Airports
State Legislative Buildings
Child Care Facilities

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

Getting a Oregon CCW Permit

Oregon requires a Concealed Handgun License issued by county sheriff. Oregon passed Measure 114 in 2022 adding a permit-to-purchase requirement and magazine restrictions (10 rounds), though legal challenges continue.

Official Oregon Permit Information

CCW Reciprocity for Oregon

States that honor your Oregon permit (0)

None

Oregon honors permits from (0)

None

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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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Oregon Gun Law Cheat Sheet - Free PDF

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Frequently Asked Questions: Oregon Gun Laws

Does Oregon have a magazine capacity limit?

Oregon enacted a 10-round magazine limit through Measure 114 (2022), though implementation has been delayed by court challenges.

Does Oregon honor out-of-state CCW permits?

No. Oregon does not recognize any out-of-state concealed carry permits.

Does Oregon have a red flag law?

Yes. Oregon has an Extreme Risk Protection Order law.

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