Vermont Concealed Carry Permit Information

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Concealed Permit:
It is lawful to carry a firearm openly or concealed provided the firearm is not carried with the intent or avowed purpose of injuring a fellow
man. There is no permit required to carry concealed.

Requirements:
1. Be of age. In the state of Vermont, that age is 16 or older. You must be at least 16 years of age to legally purchase a gun and keep it loaded on your person in public.
2. Obtain permission from a parent or guardian to carry a gun if you’re under the age of 16. Failure to do so may result in being deemed a delinquent child by the state.
3. Have a clean record if purchasing a firearm. Things like felony convictions and dishonorable military discharge will show up during the federal instant check, and prohibit purchase.

Informing Law Enforcement of Carry:

Automobile carry:
Rifles and shotguns carried in a wehicle must be unloaded; handguns may be carried loaded and concealed.

Places off-limits when carrying:
1. School bus or school building or on school property.
2. Courthouse

3. US Federal Buildings (including US Post Offices)

Alcohol and Drugs:

Deadly Force / Castle Doctrine:
Vermont is not a Castle Doctrine state and has no stand-your-ground law.

Open Carry:
Unrestricted in most public areas and generally accepted.

Localities with Varying Laws:

Forms & Links:
NRA-ILA: Vermont Gun Laws

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  • 2112

    God Bless Vermont

  • Dr

    for a non-resident what is the age? Dr. T.

    • Dajudge98

      5 you moron !

  • http://pulse.yahoo.com/_5SI64KN4QZTM4A3IAYJBRF2MM4 myAmerica

    Arizona no longer requires CCW, they are ok but not required. They will train and issue them for people traveling to other states so they can be covered but again not required instate. The same goes for OC. private property trumps though, if a bussiness doesn’t allow it you can’t legally enter.

  • Dr Gonzo79

    vermont must truly recognize the u.s. constitution.

  • Ottisdurka

    VT CCW Laws are the Greatest testament to the 2nd amendment, We also have very little to no CRIME! So for all you poor folk who have to be Raped for Cash to Carry a Weapon remember VT CCW laws the next time you vote. !!!!

    God loves VT, We follow the 2nd Amendment FREE OF CHARGE!!!

    • gunnerk19

      I like our laws too (VT); but if HR 822 passes the senate and all states must show reciprocity 
      we are SOL far as that is concerned… Since we require no permit, there is no physical permit or data to provide authorities if you travel armed in other US states ( Illinois and DC are the only 2 that do not allow CC ). I’m going to ask my local PD if a CCW is even available in VT, and if not I suppose I’ll have to apply for a NH non resident CCW permit ( I’m not driving 2 hours to apply in MA to get shot down, no pun intended)…

      • Kmd3075

        If HR 822 passes I think being of age and possessing a valid Vermont drivers license, or being able to prove Vermont residency, would be sufficient.  That other States have more stringent requirements to carry should not affect the laws here in Vermont.  

        • kestrel9000

          That as I understand it was how the Thune amendment would have worked.