Louisiana's Open Carry

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Louisiana allows open carry without a permit. There are a few areas that had open carry restrictions before July 15, 1985 so state preemption doesn't apply.

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What is Open Carry?

Open carry is the ability to carry a gun in plain view. Some states require a permit to open carry, and some do not, but most have restrictions on where it is legal to open carry.

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Other Louisiana firearm laws

• Louisiana Permit to Purchase
• Louisiana Firearm Registration
• Louisiana Owner License
• Louisiana Open Carry
• Louisiana Concealed Carry
• Louisiana State Preemption of Local Restrictions
• Louisiana Magazine Capacity Restriction
• Louisiana Castle Doctrine
• Louisiana Stand Your Ground
• Louisiana Peaceable Journey
• Louisiana Assault Weapon Restrictions
• Louisiana NFA Weapon Restrictions

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