Last reviewed: May 3, 2026
Constitutional Carry
No
Open Carry
Varies by local jurisdiction
Permit honored in
35 states
Colorado honors
34 states
Colorado Gun Laws
Reciprocity of Colorado's Basic Resident Permit
Permit honored
Permitless carry
Not honored
Open Carry
Varies by local jurisdiction
The lack of any state law about Open Carry leaves it open for local jurisdictions to restrict Open Carry however they want. In most cases there is no restriction but some cities and counties do restrict open carry outright or in specific places or circumstances.
Duty to Notify Law Enforcement
Only when asked by the officer
State Parks
Concealed Carry is legal in accordance with state laws that regulate the right to carry
Restaurants Serving Alcohol
No specific restriction
Firearms at Colleges
Firearms permitted in vehicle only and when vehicle is not occupied the firearm must be within a locked and hard sided container within the vehicle and the vehicle must be locked.
Firearms at K-12 Schools
Firearms permitted in vehicle only and when vehicle is not occupied the firearm must be within a locked and hard sided container within the vehicle and the vehicle must be locked.
Church Carry
Churches are like any other private property. No specific restriction.
Hotels
Hotels are like any other private property. No specific restriction.
Secure Storage Requirements
Firearms must be securely stored when one knows or reasonably should know that a juvenile can gain access to the firearm without the permission of their parent or guardian or when a resident of the premises is ineligible to possess a firearm. Also in unoccupied vehicles firearms must be in a secure container and out of sight.
Magazine Capacity Limitations
Citizens may not acquire a magazine that holds more than 15 rounds. There is nothing illegal about possession or use of any magazine of any size by residents or non-residents.
Suppressor Ownership
Ownership legal w/ NFA registration. Hunting is legal.
Vehicle Possession Without Recognized Permit
Handguns may be transported concealed only in vehicles within the state
Firearm Law Uniformity
Some uniformity but local jurisdictions have some grandfathered clauses
Permit Training Requirements
Must take minimum 8 hour class with lecture, written exam, and live fire exam.
Non-Resident Permits
Colorado does not issue non-resident permits except for active military
Constitutional Carry
No
Duty to Retreat
No Duty to Retreat
Places Off Limits
Schools, public buildings at which they actively screen for weapons, private property where the individual is put on notice by the property owner or representative. Buildings where elected officials meet or have offices, buildings with courts or court proceedings, polling places and ballot drop off locations during an election. Local jurisdictions can also prohibit firearms where they wish but they must post notice at the entrance to the premise if they do so.
State Contact / Source
Colorado Bureau of Investigation
PO Box 280629
Denver, CO 80228
303-813-5700
www.colorado.gov/bci
PO Box 280629
Denver, CO 80228
303-813-5700
www.colorado.gov/bci
Permit Issuing Authority
Local county sheriffs office
Length of Permit Validity
5 years
Permit Application Process
Varies by county. Contact your county sheriff office
Colorado Permit Reciprocity
Reciprocity shown is for a standard resident permit. Non-resident and enhanced permit holders may have different reciprocity. Always verify before carrying. Use our full permit reciprocity map for all permit types →
Your Colorado resident permit is honored in 35 states
AK
AL
AR
AZ
DE
FL
GA
IA
ID
IN
KS
KY
LA
MI
MN
MO
MS
MT
NC
ND
NE
NH
NM
OH
OK
PA
SD
TN
TX
UT
VA
VT
WI
WV
WY
Colorado honors resident permits from 34 states
AK
AL
AR
AZ
DE
FL
GA
IA
ID
IN
KS
KY
LA
MI
MN
MO
MS
MT
NC
ND
NE
NH
NM
OH
OK
PA
SD
TN
TX
UT
VA
WI
WV
WY
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While Concealed Carry Inc strives to maintain legal reference information updated on this website from publicly available sources; you as the reader and gun owner are responsible to do any and all necessary research and consult with a local attorney before making any decisions. Concealed Carry Inc is not a government agency is not affiliated with a government agency and is not liable for any misinformation, inaccuracies, or actions taken based on this information. We are not attorneys and this information is not legal advice. If you see any information you feel is outdated or incorrect please contact us.
Legal Summaries for all 50 states are available free on our site and mobile app.
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