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Reciprocity Guidelines for South Carolina
South Carolina is a Shall Issue state that recognizes permits/licenses issued by the following states: Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Texas, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia and Wyoming. Only Enhanced permits from Idaho are honored by South Carolina. Non-resident permits are not accepted. Section […]
Applying for a Permit in South Carolina
62.22. Suspension of a carry permit should not be done by the state if the permit holder has submitted an application for renewal or replacement but the issuance is delayed because of the administration. The carry permit should remain valid until the replacement or renewal has been issued provided that the submission of the application […]
Applying for a Non-Resident Permit
Individuals who have property in South Carolina may apply for non-resident permits. They should complete the non-resident form and obtain the signature of assessor to prove that you own a property within the state. Then proceed to the steps enumerate on “Applying for a Permit in South Carolina” section above. You may also apply if […]
Carry Permit Limitations
Section 23-31-215 (M). The following are considered off limits individuals even with a carry permit: a. Correctional and detention facilities b. Courthouses and courtrooms c. Voting places during election days d. Establishments used by the county, public school district, municipality or special purpose district officials for meeting e. Places for athletic events not related to […]
Gun Sign Requirements and Limitations
“No Firearm” signs in South Carolina have the force of the law. Section 23-31-235. Sign Requirements. Signs prohibiting the possession of firearms shall have both the written language and universal sign language to express the prohibition. They must be posted at the public entrance of establishments that do not permit concealed carrying. The signs must […]
Police Contact Carry Inform Requirements
Individuals who are carrying firearms shall inform police officer on contact about it. Section 23-31-215. Issuance of Permits. Permit holders should always have their carry permits whenever carrying concealed firearms. Whenever in possession of a firearm pursuant to Article 4 of Chapter 31 of Title 23, an individual must immediately inform a police officer about […]
Carry Restrictions for State, National and other Public Lands
Carrying of firearms in state parks, national forests, state WMA’s and road side rest areas is allowed in South Carolina.
Traveling in a Vehicle with a Firearm without a South Carolina Permit
Individuals who are legally allowed to possess firearms may carry them loaded in vehicles as long as they are kept in the vehicle’s trunk, in a glove box or console. Section 16-23-10. Definitions. Under this section, the following terms are defined: • “Handgun” refers to a firearm that is capable of expelling a projectile and […]
Open Carry Laws for South Carolina
Open carrying is considered illegal in South Carolina even for those who have their valid carry permits.