Gun Laws and Concealed Carry Reciprocity in Illinois - Concealed Coalition

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Q: Does Illinois recognize constitutional carry? basically, does Illinois allow you to carry a gun without a permit?
A: No, unfortunately, constitutional carry is illegal in Illinois.

Q: Does Illinois allow open carry of guns?
A: Open carry is illegal in Illinois. Even individuals with a valid FOID are not permitted to carry a firearm in their vehicle or on their person in an open manner, but they can transport an unloaded weapon if it stays inside a case.

Q: Is concealed carry legal in Illinois?
A: Illinois residents with a valid CCW permit can carry firearms in public or vehicles if they keep the weapon covered. Receiving this license requires completion of a mandatory 16-hour training course through a state-approved instructor.

Q: How many states recognize my Illinois Permit?
A: Seventeen states recognize full reciprocity in Illinois and thirteen states recognize reciprocity with restrictions in Illinois.

Q: What is the legal age for handgun purchase and a concealed carry permit in Illinois?
A: The minimum age is 21 years old.

Q: Can you concealed carry weapons other than handguns in Illinois with a concealed carry license?
A: Nope, you cannot concealed carry weapons other than handguns in Illinois with a concealed carry license.

Q: Is it legal to buy or use chemical spray or pepper spray in Illinois?
A: Yes, a person may buy or use pepper spray if 18 or older with the exception of residents of Cook county.

Q: Does Illinois have magazine capacity restrictions for handguns?
A: Illinois does not have a restriction on magazine size.

Q: Does Illinois have ammunition restrictions?
A: Yes, armor-piercing ammunition is forbidden.

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