Mississippi Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

Can a non-resident carry a concealed weapon in Mississippi?

1. Yes, with any valid state permit

2. Yes, but only with a Mississippi permit

3. No

4. Yes, if they have a permit from a state Mississippi recognizes

The correct answer is: Yes, with any valid state permit

The correct answer is that a non-resident can carry a concealed weapon in Mississippi if they have a permit from a state that Mississippi recognizes. Mississippi law allows non-residents to bring their concealed weapons into the state as long as their home state has established a reciprocity agreement with Mississippi and their permit is valid. This reciprocity is critical because it ensures that the non-resident is legally allowed to carry a concealed weapon according to their home state's laws, which Mississippi then recognizes. It’s also important to note that while different states have varying permit requirements, Mississippi’s law emphasizes the need for acknowledgment of that permit by Mississippi for non-residents. This ensures that both the rights of non-residents to carry and the safety and regulations of Mississippi are balanced.