Info by State

Concealed carry rules change from state to state. These guides cover how to get a carry license, who is eligible, where you cannot carry, buying a firearm, and which other states honor each license. Each guide links to the state law or agency it is based on.

Michigan

Michigan requires a Concealed Pistol License (CPL) to carry a concealed pistol. This is where our classes are.

• Michigan CPL guide
• How to get a Michigan CPL
• Michigan gun laws
• Michigan CPL reciprocity
• Michigan CPL class dates

Ohio

Ohio has been permitless carry since June 13, 2022. The Ohio concealed handgun license is optional.

• Ohio concealed carry guide
• How to get an Ohio license
• Ohio reciprocity

Illinois

Illinois requires a FOID card to own a firearm and a Concealed Carry License (CCL) to carry one.

• Illinois concealed carry guide
• How to get an Illinois CCL
• How to get a FOID card

Kentucky

Kentucky has been permitless carry since June 28, 2019. The Kentucky CCDW license is optional.

• Kentucky concealed carry guide
• How to get a Kentucky CCDW
• Kentucky reciprocity

These guides are general information, not legal advice. Laws change, so check the official state source before you carry.