Michigan Concealed Carry Reciprocity Map & Gun Laws

Yes and no. A concealed carry license is required to purchase or possess a Taser. Permittees may have and use a Taser in a reasonable way, as long as:

• you have a valid Michigan license to carry a concealed pistol;

• you've received training in the use and risks of the Taser; and

• the device has an identification and tracking system that allows it to be traced to the buyer (presumably through the darts) when it’s first used.

you have a valid Michigan license to carry a concealed pistol;

you've received training in the use and risks of the Taser; and

the device has an identification and tracking system that allows it to be traced to the buyer (presumably through the darts) when it’s first used.

It’s illegal to use a Taser except under circumstances that justify the legal use of physical force, including to defend yourself or someone else from an attack or sexual assault. 

Stun Guns are illegal in Michigan. 

[Mich. Penal Code 750.224a]

Yes, without a license for residents that are at least 18 years old and who can legally possess a firearm, provided the gun is registered in their name. Non-residents must have a permit from their home state. Open carry is allowed in more places than concealed carry as the restricted areas referenced in Mich. Comp. Laws § 28.425o apply to concealed carry and not to open carry.

No. Michigan does not recognize constitutional carry.

Michigan is a shall-issue state.

Yes, the reasonable use of pepper spray by a person in the protection of a person or property under circumstances that would justify the person's use of physical force is allowed in Michigan. Individuals may possess self-defense spray or foam devices that contain no more than 35 grams of any combination of orthochlorobenzalmalononitrile and inert ingredients, with no more than 18% oleoresin capsicum, with or without ultraviolet dye. Minors may not purchase or possess pepper spray.

[Mich. Penal Code 750.224d]

You can concealed carry in the restaurant area of an eatery that serves alcohol with a valid concealed carry license, unless posted and provided you’re not under the influence (blood alcohol level >0.02). However, concealed carry is not allowed in bars.

[Mich. Comp. Laws § 28.425k]
[Mich. Comp. Laws § 28.425o(d)]

Yes, handguns only may be carried with a valid concealed pistol license. Without a license, handguns must be unloaded and in a closed case designed for the storage of firearms either in the trunk of the vehicle or for vehicles without a trunk, not readily accessible to the occupants of the vehicle.

[Mich. Penal Code §§ 750.227(2) and 750.231a(1)(a)]

Yes. You may concealed carry at roadside rest areas in Michigan.

Not while under the influence of alcoholic liquor (BAC of 0.02 or greater) or a controlled substance or while having a bodily alcohol content prohibited under this section. "Controlled substance" means that term as defined in MCL § 333.7104.
"Under the influence of alcoholic liquor or a controlled substance" means that the individual's ability to properly handle a pistol or to exercise clear judgment regarding the use of that pistol was substantially and materially affected by the consumption of alcoholic liquor or a controlled substance.

[Mich. Comp. Laws § 28.425k]

As a responsibly armed American, regardless of the laws in your state, it is unwise to carry while under the influence of any substance that could impair your judgement, slow your reaction times, or impact your decision-making abilities. Any decision you make while carrying a firearm could have life-altering consequences.

Yes. You have a duty to inform that you are carrying a concealed handgun upon contact with law enforcement.

[Mich. Comp. Laws § 28.425f(3)]

No. Michigan does not have a red flag law.

Yes. Your Michigan driver’s license is linked to your Michigan concealed pistol license. Therefore, a law enforcement officer will be notified immediately that you are a concealed carry license holder if they run your driver’s license.

Yes. A person may not willfully and knowingly brandish (to point, wave about or display in a threatening manner with the intent to produce fear in another) a firearm in public except in a lawful act of self-defense or the defense of another.

[Mich. Comp. Laws § 750.234e]

Only Michigan residents may purchase pistols in Michigan. A National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) background check is performed on all commercial firearm sales at the time of purchase. The Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL) may elect to use a valid Michigan License to Purchase a Pistol (received from your local police department) in lieu of a NICS background check. The buyer must be at least 21 years of age, a resident of Michigan, possess a clean criminal background, and be mentally stable. Upon purchase a Pistol Sales Record (RI-60) form is completed. One copy of this form will be kept by the seller, one by the purchaser, and the third must be filed with the Michigan State Police through your local police department within 10 days of your purchase.​

No.

No. Michigan has no waiting period for the purchase of a handgun.

Yes. A license is not required for anyone legally entitled to carry a firearm, to carry a handgun about a person’s place of business, residence, land that he or she owns or between the person’s dwelling and place of business.
[Mich. Comp. Laws Serv. §§ 750.227(2)]

Only a Michigan resident may purchase a handgun in Michigan.

A NICS background check is performed on all commercial firearm sales at the time of purchase. The FFL may elect to use a valid Michigan License to Purchase a Pistol (LTP) or have the purchaser complete a Federal Form 4473 for a NICS background check.

To purchase a pistol in a private transaction, the buyer must have a Michigan CPL or LTP.

License to Purchase a Pistol (RI-10 Form)
A License to Purchase a Pistol can only be obtained from your local police or sheriff’s office. You will need a valid Michigan driver’s license or Michigan state ID with your current address listed to get your license. Generally, the background check that is conducted to get a LTP will take between 24 and 48 hours, and you will be allowed to pick up your license after that criminal and mental health record background check has been completed.

A LTP must be used within 30 days of the date it is issued or it will be void. One copy of your RI-10 will be kept on record by the seller, one by the purchaser and the third must be filed with the Michigan State Police through your local police department within 10 days of your purchase.

Link to application

Initial  $100

Renewals  $115

Michigan issues non-resident licenses only to active-duty military stationed in Michigan. 

An applicant must:

• Be at least 21 years of age;
• Have completed an approved pistol training class; 
• Be a legal resident of the State of Michigan for at least 6 months, active duty military permanently stationed in Michigan or active duty military stationed outside of Michigan, but Michigan is the applicant's home of record;
• Have a valid State ID;
• Be a citizen of the U.S. or a lawfully admitted alien;
• Not have been convicted of a felony or have felony charges pending;
• Not be subject to an order or disposition for any of the following:
  • Involuntary hospitalization or involuntary alternative treatment,
  • Legal incapacitation,
  • Personal protection order,
  • Bond or conditional release prohibiting purchase or possession of a firearm, or
  • Finding of not guilty by reason of insanity;
• Not be prohibited from possessing, using, transporting, selling, purchasing, carrying, shipping, receiving or distributing a firearm under Michigan law;
• Not have been dishonorably discharged from the United States Armed Forces;
• Not have been convicted of one of the following misdemeanors in the 8 years immediately preceding the date of application: Failing to stop when involved in a personal injury accident; operating while intoxicated, second offense [MCL 257.625(9)(b)]; drunk driving, commercial vehicle [MCL 257.625m(4)]; or reckless driving [MCL 257.626];
• Not have been convicted of one of the following misdemeanors in the three years immediately preceding the date of application: Operating under the influence [MCL 257.625], embezzlement [MCL 750.174], larceny [MCL 750.365], malicious destruction of stolen property [MCL 750.377a], second-degree retail fraud [MCL 750.356d];
• Not have been found guilty of any crime and not have offered a plea of not guilty of, or been acquitted of, any crime by any reason of insanity;
• Not have a diagnosed mental illness at the time the application is made that includes an assessment that the individual presents a danger to himself or herself or to another, regardless of whether he or she is receiving treatment for that illness;
• Not be detrimental to the safety of his or her self or any other person; and
• Meet federal law requirements.

*Consult with an attorney if you have any questions about your eligibility. If you don’t have an attorney, you can find one by contacting the State Bar of Michigan.

45 days

• Carry in bars/restaurants that serve alcohol? You can concealed carry in the restaurant area of an eatery that serves alcohol, unless posted and provided you’re not under the influence (blood alcohol level >0.02). However, concealed carry is not allowed in bars.
• Carry in my vehicle without a permit/license?  No.
• Carry in roadside rest areas? Yes.
• Carry in state/national parks, state/national forests, and WMAs? Yes.

Yes. An individual shall not obstruct or interfere in the lawful taking of animals or fish by another individual. 

[Mich. Comp. Laws § 324.40112]

Yes.

[Page 20 of Hunting & Trapping Digest]

Yes, with a valid a concealed pistol license or properly carried under authority of a specific exception from the requirement of a concealed pistol license. However, a concealed pistol license does not authorize the individual to use the pistol to take game except as provided by law.