Utah Concealed Carry Reciprocity Map & Gun Laws

Yes. Permitless carry took effect on May 5, 2021, for any individual 21 years old or older, who may lawfully possess a firearm. 

[Utah Crim.Code § 76-10-523(5)]

Utah issues permits on a shall-issue basis.

Yes and No. A Utah CFP allows the holder to carry firearms specifically, although other weapons may be legal to carry in the state.

Yes. There is no statute prohibiting the purchase or use of pepper spray in Utah.

No. Utah does not have ammunition restrictions.

Yes, without a permit, although not in any state or Federal buildings. See the National Parks webpage for links to each Park in Utah.

An innkeeper may refuse or deny accommodations, facilities, or privileges to any person who is in the reasonable belief of the innkeeper, bringing in property that may be dangerous to other persons, including firearms or explosives. The individual hotel should be contacted to inquire about it's concealed carry policy. See the Handguns at Hotels page for additional information.

[Utah Code § 29-2-103(1)(a)(v)]

Yes, without a permit.

There is no duty to inform a law enforcement officer that you're carrying a concealed firearm in Utah.

Yes, the state has preemption of firearms laws in Utah, however local municipalities may regulate and prevent the discharge of firearms. 

[Utah Crim. Code § 76-10-500(2)]

On March 24, 2022, Gov. Spencer Cox signed SB 115 into law, giving the state greater control over gun laws in Utah. For instance, the state now has the authority to override the policy established in Salt Lake County by Mayor Jenny Wilson in 2019. The law will go into effect on July 1, 2022.

No definition of brandishing was found in Utah law.However, it is illegal to draw or exhibit a dangerous weapon in the presence of two or more persons in an angry and threatening manner. The possession of a dangerous weapon, whether visible or concealed, without additional behavior does not constitute threatening.

[Utah Crim. Code § 76-10-506]

A person is guilty of disorderly conduct if the person engages in fighting or in violent, tumultuous or threatening behavior.

[Utah CrimCode § 76-9-102]

Yes. Utah issues concealed carry permits to non-residents from states that recognize Utah permits, provided they have a permit from their home state.

Yes/No. “No Weapons” signs under Utah gun laws have no force of law unless they are posted in areas that are mentioned by the law as being off-limits. The law specifically mentions that if places of worship and private residences have posted a “No Weapons” sign, it is illegal to enter. This prohibition applies equally to concealed weapons permittees. However, a church or organization operating a house of worship may allow exceptions to the prohibition as the church or organization considers advisable. Owners may not restrict a renter or lessee from lawfully possessing a firearm in the residence. A violation of this section is an infraction.

[Utah Crim. Code §​​​​​​​ 76-10-530]

Yes. A permit is not required for anyone legally entitled to carry a firearm to carry a handgun in or on a person’s residence, property or a business under the person’s control.

[Utah Crim. Code § 76-10-504(1)]

No. Private firearms transfers are not subject to a background check requirement, although federal and state purchaser prohibitions, including age restrictions, still apply. It is recommended that you retain any sales receipts to prove ownership of the gun.

Although the state has preemption, Salt Lake County has established a policy that background checks for private sales must be conducted in the county's three event facilities (Salt Palace Convention Center, Mountain America Expo Center and Salt Lake County Equestrian Park).

On March 24, 2022, Gov. Spencer Cox signed SB 115 into law, giving the state greater control over gun laws in Utah. For instance, the state now has the authority to override the policy established in Salt Lake County by Mayor Jenny Wilson in 2019. The law will go into effect on July 1, 2022.

No. You do not need to register your handgun in Utah.

No. You do not need a permit to purchase a handgun in Utah.

Moving to Utah and interested in applying for a resident permit? How soon can you apply?Utah issues resident and non-resident permits, so you can apply for your permit at any time. If you live in a state that recognizes the validity of the Utah Concealed Firearm Permit (CFP) or has reciprocity with Utah, you must obtain a concealed carry permit from your home state and submit a copy of it with your application for a Utah permit.

Moving from Utah and have a Utah resident permit? Does that permit transfer to your new state? Is there a grace period during which your Utah permit remains valid?If a person with a Utah concealed firearm permit establishes residency in another state, the permit is valid until it expires provided he or she submits the above referenced application for a replacement.

As of May 5, 2021New Resident Permit $53.25, Non-resident $63.25

Renewal $20 for residents and $25 for non-residents, although fees are waived for active duty service members and their spouses.

60 days

The application process for non-residents is exactly the same as for residents. You will need to complete a firearms-familiarity course with a certified Utah instructor. There is no need to travel to Utah, as these courses are widely available in other states. If you reside in a state that recognizes the validity of the Utah CFP, you must obtain a CFP or CCW from your home state and submit a copy of it with your application for a Utah permit. If you are 18-20 years old and live in a state where the minimum age is 21, you can apply for a Utah provisional CFP. 

You will need to complete an application for replacement, have it notarized and provide a copy of your driver’s license. A replacement fee of $10 will be charged.

Utah issues provisional concealed firearms permits to residents and non-residents who are 18-20 years old. The requirements for the Provisional CFP are the same as the standard CFP, and the same application is used by applicants for either permit. Provisional CFPs expire on the holder’s 21st birthday and, in order to change over to a standard permit after age 21, a complete application, photo and fees must be submitted. One important note is that the Provisional CFP does not allow the holder to carry in primary and secondary schools per UCA 53-5-710(2).

• Carry in bars/restaurants that serve alcohol? Yes, you can carry in restaurants in Utah that serve alcohol, unless posted and provided you are not under the influence.
• Carry in my vehicle without a permit/license? Yes, without a permit. 
• Carry in roadside rest areas? Yes, you can carry in roadside rest areas in Utah.
• Carry in state/national parks, state/national forests, and WMAs? Yes, you are allowed to carry in state/nation parks, state/national forests, and WMAs in Utah.
• Carry in public schools with a permit? Yes, you can carry in public schools in Utah if the person is authorized to possess a firearm as provided under Section 53-5-704, 53-5-705 ,76-10-511, or 76-10-523.
• Carry in places of worship? There is no state statute prohibiting concealed carry in places of worship. However, since places of worship are private property, they may post signs prohibiting firearms.

There is no known statute in Utah making it illegal to wear a COVID mask while carrying concealed.

Yes. A person with a valid concealed carry permit who has obtained an archery permit for a big game hunt may carry a concealed weapon provided the person is not utilizing the concealed firearm to hunt or take protected wildlife.

[Utah Admin Rule R657-5-11]

It is legal for anyone who has never been convicted of a crime, adjudged delinquent or mentally ill, dishonorably discharged from the military, or who does not possess or use illegal drugs, to own and open or concealed carry any type of knife in Utah. Dangerous weapons are prohibited from school grounds and from public or private elementary through public or private institutions of higher education.

[Utah Code Ann. §§ 76-10-501(6), 76-10-503 and 76-10-505.5]