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Concealed Weapon CCW

Concealed Weapon CCW

  • Concealed pistol application kits are provided during normal business hours by the following:

    • County sheriffs;
    • local police agencies; and,
    • county clerks.

    Concealed pistol application kits are free of charge to individuals who wish to apply for a license to carry a concealed pistol.

  • Yes.  Individuals are barred by law from carrying a concealed pistol or an energy weapon that uses electro-muscular disruption technology (commonly known as a TASER) on the following premises:

    • Schools or school property but may carry while in a vehicle on school property while dropping off or picking up, if a parent or legal guardian.
    • A school or school property, except a parent who is located in a vehicle and dropping off or picking up a student at the school.
    • A public or private childcare center or day care center, public or private child caring institution, or private child placing agency.
    • Sports arena or stadium.
    • A tavern where the primary source of income is the sale of alcoholic liquor by the glass consumed on the premises.
    • Any property or facility owned or operated by a church, synagogue, mosque, temple, or other place of worship, unless the presiding official or officials allow concealed weapons.
    • An entertainment facility that the individual knows or should know has a seating capacity of 2,500 or more.
    • A hospital.
    • A dormitory or classroom of a community college, college, or university.
    • A casino licensed by the Michigan Gaming Control Board.
    • Any courtroom, office, or other space used for official court business or by judicial employees unless the chief judge or other person designated by the chief judge has given prior approval consistent with the court’s written policy.

  • Yes.  If you are a resident of another state who is licensed by that state to carry a concealed pistol, Michigan will recognize your permit.  However, you must carry in conformance with any restrictions appearing on your license and you are subject to Michigan's concealed pistol laws including, but not limited to, restrictions on where a concealed pistol may be carried.  Non-residents should become familiar with Michigan’s laws before carrying a concealed pistol in this state.