Concealed Handgun Permit Requirements Ineligibility for Concealed Permit Rules for Carrying Concealed Handguns Renewing of Concealed Handgun Permits Gun Locks for Sale A Safety Message about Guns in the Home North Carolina Firearms Laws General Information Learning the laws regulating the use of firearms is a must for responsible ownership.
Local regulations differ and laws vary from state to state.
Citizens must check with the jurisdiction where the gun is to be used. In Mecklenburg County it is the Sheriff's Office. Guns must be carried in plain view. Guns must not be carried in a pocket, purse, under a car seat or in any other concealed manner unless you have a concealed handgun permit. Gaining competency with firearms is like learning to drive a car or fly an airplane.