Mississippi Gun Laws
Constitutional carry. No magazine limit. Castle doctrine and stand your ground.
Last reviewed against official sources on 2026-09-25. Official state source.
Mississippi allows constitutional carry for adults 18+. The state has both castle doctrine and stand your ground protections. No magazine limits, assault weapon bans, or waiting periods exist.
Key facts
- Concealed Carry: Constitutional carry — no permit required for adults 18+ (Miss. Code Ann. § 97-37-7)
- Open Carry: Permitted without a permit (Miss. Code Ann. § 97-37-7)
- Permit to Purchase: Not required
- Assault Weapon Ban: No ban
- Magazine Limit: No limit
- Waiting Period: None
- Universal Background Check: Not required for private sales
- Red Flag Law (ERPO): No state ERPO law
- Castle Doctrine: Yes
- Stand Your Ground: Yes
- Concealed Carry Reciprocity: Honors permits from all other states; visitors 18+ can carry concealed here without one anyway
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a permit to carry in Mississippi?
No. Mississippi is a constitutional carry state. Adults 18 and older may carry concealed or openly without a permit.
Does Mississippi require background checks for private sales?
No. Private firearm sales in Mississippi do not require a background check.
Does Mississippi have a waiting period?
No. Mississippi does not impose a waiting period for firearm purchases.
Does Mississippi have a red flag law?
No. Mississippi has not enacted an extreme risk protection order law.
Does Mississippi recognize concealed carry permits from other states?
Yes. Mississippi recognizes valid concealed carry permits from any other state. Because Mississippi is a constitutional carry state, an adult 18 or older who can legally possess a firearm doesn't need a permit — from Mississippi or elsewhere — to carry concealed here.
Not legal advice. Laws change; verify with official sources.