Concealed carry is the lawful practice of carrying a firearm in a hidden or non visible manner on a person or within close reach. Concealed carry laws in Oklahoma allow eligible individuals to legally cary a concealed firearm with out a permit. Eligibility to carry a concealed weapon is based on whether an individual can lawfully possess a firearm under Oklahoma law and federal law, including meeting age requirements and not being prohibited due to a felony conviction, certain misdemeanor offenses, mental health adjudications, or other legal disqualifications. While not required to carry a concealed weapon, getting a concealed carry permit in Oklahoma offers the benefit of reciprocity with other states. Reciprocity allows individuals that meet the carry requirements in Oklahoma to carry a concealed weapon in other states as well. Concealed carry is prohibited in certain locations regardless of permit in certain locations such as government buildings, schools, sporting arenas, and prisons. These locations also prohibit the open carry of firearms.

What Are the Oklahoma Concealed Carry Laws?

The Oklahoma concealed carry laws are defined in Title 21 O.S. § 1272 and allow eligible individuals to legally carry a concealed firearm without a license under a permitless carry framework. This means eligible individuals do not need a permit or license to carry a concealed weapon in Oklahoma. Eligibility for concealed carry requires that an individual can legally possess a firearm under Oklahoma law and federal law and that the individual is at least 21 years old, with the minimum age reduced to 18 years old for members of the United States military and for honorably discharged military veterans.

Is Oklahoma a Concealed Carry State?

Yes, Oklahoma is a concealed carry state because state law specifically authorizes concealed firearm carry. Oklahoma allows eligible individuals to carry a concealed firearm without a permit. Oklahoma concealed carry eligibility requires lawful firearm possession under state and federal law. Oklahoma concealed carry eligibility also requires that the individual meets the statutory age requirements.

Do You Need a Concealed Carry Permit in Oklahoma?

No, you do not need a concealed carry permit in Oklahoma. Oklahoma allows all legally eligible individuals to carry a concealed firearm without a license or permit. Eligibilty is based on age and the laws governing legal gun ownership in Oklahoma. Oklahoma offers an optional Self Defense Act (SDA) License for individuals who want reciprocity benefits in other states. The optional license is not required for lawful concealed carry within Oklahoma.

How to Get a Concealed Carry Permit in Oklahoma

The steps to get a conceal carry permit in Oklahoma are listed below.

1. Enroll in and Complete a Firearms Safety Course: Enroll in an eight-hour course with a certified OSBI instructor. The course must include a practice shooting session and cover relevant laws from the Oklahoma Self-Defense Act.
2. Gather Required Documents: required documents include a completed application form, an original firearms training course certificate, two color passport-sized photos, a valid photo ID (Oklahoma driver's license, etc.), and proof of U.S. citizenship (passport, birth certificate, etc.)
3. Payment of fees: there are two options including a five (5) year license for $100, or ten (10) year license for $200 paid to the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigations (OSBI). An additional $25 is payable to the individual's local sheriff's office for processing and fingerprinting.
4. Visit the Local Sheriff's Office: Submit your complete application packet, fees, and have your fingerprints taken. This must be done at the sheriff's office in the county where you reside.‍
5. Wait for Notification: The sheriff's office forwards the packet to the OSBI, who conducts a thorough background check (state and national). The OSBI has 60 to 90 days to process a complete application. You will be notified by mail regarding your approval or denial.

How Much Does a Concealed Carry Permit Cost?

The cost of a concealed carry permit ranges from $100 for five (5) years to $200 for ten (10) years. You can choose between a 5 year or 10 year permit. These fees are non-refundable should you be found ineligible for a concealed carry permit.  All fees are paid to the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigations.

How to Renew Your Concealed Carry Permit in Oklahoma

If your license is set to expire in the next 90 days or has already expired (but not more than 3 years ago), you may apply to renew online. Alternatively you may take or mail your completed application, the required fee and 2 passport-style photos to OSBI at the following address.

Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation
Self-Defense Act Licensing Unit
6600 North Harvey Place
Oklahoma City, OK 73116

What Are the Oklahoma Concealed Carry Permit Requirements?

The Oklahoma concealed carry permit requirements are listed below.

• You must 21 year old or older
• You must be a citizen of the U.S.A.
• You are required to be a resident of the state of Oklahoma
• You must have a valid/current Oklahoma driver license or other eligible state photo ID card.
• Read and demonstrate an understanding of the Oklahoma Self Defense Act (OSDA)
• You must complete an approved training class for firearms or obtain an exemption
• You must not have any convictions for the following offenses;
• assault and battery, which caused serious physical injury to the victim, or any second or subsequent assault and battery conviction;
• aggravated assault and battery;
• stalking;
• a violation relating to the Protection from Domestic Abuse Act, or any violation of a victim protection order of another state;
• any conviction relating to illegal drug use or possession; or
• an act of domestic abuse or domestic assault and battery.
• You must not have two or more convictions for public intoxication in last 3 years.
• Must not have 2 or more convictions for DUI and/or Intoxication in last 3 years.
• You have no significant character defects as shown by a misdemeanor criminal record indicating habitual criminal activity.
• Federal Law – Additionally prohibits the following people from getting a concealed carry permit.

OSBI Listing of Licensed Individuals

In order to keep track of individuals with concealed carry permits the OSBI maintains an online listing.  The OSBI also tracks individuals whose licenses have either been suspended or revoked. This list is intended solely for law enforcement agencies. Should your address change, it will be necessary to inform the OSBI within 30 days of changing your mailing address.

Places You Can NOT Carry Regardless of Permit?

A. It shall be unlawful for any person in possession of a valid handgun license issued pursuant to the provisions of the Oklahoma Self‑Defense Act to carry any concealed or unconcealed handgun into any of the following places:

1. Any structure, building, or office space which is owned or leased by a city, town, county, state, or federal governmental authority for the purpose of conducting business with the public;

2. Any meeting of any city, town, county, state or federal officials, school board members, legislative members, or any other elected or appointed officials;

3. Any prison, jail, detention facility or any facility used to process, hold, or house arrested persons, prisoners or persons alleged delinquent or adjudicated delinquent;

4. Any elementary or secondary school;

5. Any sports arena during a professional sporting event;

6. Any place where pari‑mutuel wagering is authorized by law; and

7. Any other place specifically prohibited by law.

B. For purposes of paragraphs 1, 2, 3, 5 and 6 of subsection A of this section, the prohibited place does not include and specifically excludes the following property:

1. Any property set aside for the use or parking of any vehicle, whether attended or unattended, by a city, town, county, state, or federal governmental authority,

2. Any property set aside for the use or parking of any vehicle, whether attended or unattended, by any entity offering any professional sporting event which is open to the public for admission, or by any entity engaged in pari-mutuel wagering authorized by law,

3. Any property adjacent to a structure, building, or office space in which concealed or unconcealed weapons are prohibited by the provisions of this section, and

4. Any property designated by a city, town, county, or state, governmental authority as a park, recreational area, or fairgrounds; provided nothing in this paragraph shall be construed to authorize any entry by a person in possession of a concealed or unconcealed handgun into any structure, building, or office space which is specifically prohibited by the provisions of subsection A of this section.

TITLE 21 § 1277 - UNLAWFUL CARRY IN CERTAIN PLACES

What states honor an Oklahoma concealed carry permit?

The states that honor an Oklahoma concealed carry permit are listed below.

• Alabama
• Alaska
• Arizona
• Arkansas
• Florida
• Georgia
• Idaho
• Indiana
• Iowa
• Kansas
• Kentucky
• Louisiana
• Maine
• Michigan
• Mississippi
• Missouri
• Montana
• Nebraska
• New Hampshire
• New Mexico
• North Carolina
• North Dakota
• Ohio
• Pennsylvania
• South Carolina
• South Dakota
• Tennessee
• Texas
• Utah
• Virginia
• West Virginia
• Wyoming

Some states do not honor an Oklahoma concealed carry permit. Examples of non recognizing states include California, New York, New Jersey, Illinois, Oregon, Washington, Hawaii, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island. These states require compliance with their own licensing laws regardless of an Oklahoma permit.

What States does Oklahoma Recognize for Concealed Carry Reciprocity?

Oklahoma recognizes any valid concealed or unconcealed carry weapons permit or license issued by another state. If you are from a state that allows you to carry a handgun but does not issue permits or licenses, Oklahoma allows you to carry under the permitting law of your specific state.

What Are Oklahoma Open Carry Laws?

The Oklahoma open carry laws allow eligible individuals to openly carry a firearm without a license under state law. Oklahoma open carry law allows the open carry of a weapon through its' permitless carry framework. The permitless carry framework allows an individual to carry a firearm in a visible manner without obtaining a state issued permit for lawful purposes, including self defense, self protection, hunting, fishing, educational activities, and recreational activities.