Tennessee
Summary
Tennessee is not a traditional open carry state. However, Tennessee is a shall-issue state that issues a carry permit that allows both open and concealed carry.
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Legal Disclaimer
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We make every effort to provide correct information on this site. However, the legal landscape surrounding open carry is fluid and subject to a myriad of political influences in the various states. Therefore, any and all information you glean from this site should be independently verified!
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State Constitution
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Article I, Section 26
That the citizens of this State have a right to keep and to bear arms for their common defense; but the Legislature shall have power, by law, to
regulate the wearing of arms with a view to prevent crime.
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Minimum Age to OC
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No Statutory Limit
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Preemption
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Complete State Preemption of All Firearm Laws except those ordinances that were in effect at the time preemption was passed.
NOTE: Almost all states allow local regulation of the discharge of firearms
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Open Car Carry
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Firearms may be openly carried in cars only with a permit/license.
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Private Sales
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Not Yet Determined
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Permit Issued
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Not Yet Determined
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K-12 Carry
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Not Yet Determined
NOTE: The Federal Gun-Free School Zones Act Restricts Carry to Permit Holders
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College Carry
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Carry Prohibited by Statute
NOTE: Even if Legal, Students May be Subject to Academic Sanctions
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Places Off Limits
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Currently Being Researched
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