Oklahoma allows concealed carry without a permit under House Bill 2597 (effective November 1, 2019), known as "constitutional carry" (21 O.S. § 1290.25). Anyone 21 or older (or 18 if military) who can legally possess a firearm may carry concealed in most public places. A Self-Defense Act License (SDA) is optional for reciprocity or minors with training (21 O.S. § 1290.9). SDA applicants need an 8-hour training course, background check, and fingerprints. Carry is banned in schools, government buildings, and bars (21 O.S. § 1277). Private property owners can prohibit firearms. Violations can lead to a misdemeanor (up to 6 months) or felony (up to 7 years) in restricted areas.
Costs: SDA costs $100 for 5 years or $200 for 10 years, plus $50-$75 for fingerprints and $75-$150 for training. Total: $225-$425.
Processing Time: SDA takes up to 90 days.
Renewal: SDA lasts 5 or 10 years, costs $85 or $175, no retraining required.
Reciprocity: OK honors permits from all states; an SDA is recognized by 37 states, like TX and KS.
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Oklahoma permits open carry of handguns and long guns without a permit for anyone 21 or older (or 18 if military) who can legally possess a firearm (21 O.S. § 1289.6). Open carry is banned in schools, government buildings, and private property with signs (21 O.S. § 1277). Violations can lead to a misdemeanor (up to 6 months).
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Oklahoma has minimal firearm restrictions. Assault weapons and large-capacity magazines are legal (21 O.S. § 1289.3). Silencers, short-barreled rifles/shotguns, and machine guns are allowed if ATF-registered (26 U.S.C. § 5861). Ghost guns are legal with no serialization. Felons can’t possess firearms (21 O.S. § 1283). Federal violations can lead to felony charges (up to 10 years).
Costs: Federal tax stamps cost $200 each.
Oklahoma follows FOPA (18 U.S.C. § 926A). Firearms must be unloaded and locked if passing through restrictive states. Open or concealed carry (permitless) is allowed in vehicles (21 O.S. § 1289.7). Carry is banned in federal facilities and schools (21 O.S. § 1277). Violations can lead to a misdemeanor (up to 6 months).
Oklahoma has no state permits or waiting periods for buying firearms (21 O.S. § 1289.3). Buyers must be 21 for handguns or 18 for long guns and pass a federal background check for dealer sales (18 U.S.C. § 922). Private sales require no checks unless the buyer is prohibited (21 O.S. § 1283). Violations can lead to a misdemeanor (up to 6 months).
Costs: Background checks are free; dealers may add $10-$25.
Oklahoma does not require firearm registration (21 O.S. § 1289.3). Ghost guns need no serialization, and lost/stolen reporting isn’t mandatory. Federal NFA items must be registered (26 U.S.C. § 5861). Violations can lead to felony charges (up to 10 years).
Costs: Federal tax stamps cost $200.
Oklahoma has no state-mandated storage laws. No child access prevention law exists, but reckless endangerment applies if a minor causes harm (21 O.S. § 843.5). No lost/stolen reporting is required. Penalties can be a misdemeanor (up to 1 year) or felony (up to 7 years).
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Oklahoma has a strong Castle Doctrine and Stand Your Ground law (21 O.S. § 1289.25). Deadly force is allowed in your home, vehicle, or anywhere you’re legally present if you believe it’s necessary to prevent harm, with no duty to retreat. Excessive force can lead to manslaughter (up to 4 years to life).
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