Indiana Gun Laws
If you’re looking to obtain a legal firearm in Indiana, here are some things about the permit process you should know:
Indiana is a permitless-carry state allowing residents to carry, conceal or transport a handgun within the state without a permit, providing they meet the proper criteria. Indiana is a shall-issue state with a License to Carry a Handgun (LTCH) issued by the Indiana State Police.
Is there a waiting period to buy a gun in Indiana?
No. Indiana does not have a waiting period to buy a firearm.
Do handguns need to be registered in Indiana?
No. Firearms do not have to be registered in Indiana.
Is a permit required to purchase a firearm in Indiana?
No. A permit is not required to purchase firearms in Indiana.
Who is eligible to obtain a License to Carry a Handgun (LTCH) in Indiana?
Any Indiana resident who is at least 18 years of age can apply for a License to Carry a Handgun (LTCH).
Is firearms training a requirement in Indiana for a License To Carry a Handgun permit (LTCH)?
No. Indiana does not require firearms-safety training for a concealed-carry permit.
What are the requirements in Indiana to obtain a License To Carry a Handgun permit (LTCH)?
An applicant to obtain a Indiana License to Carry a Handgun (LTCH) must:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Reside in Indiana
- Meet federal law requirements
What are the steps to obtain a License to Carry a Handgun (LTCH) in Indiana?
There are two types of handgun permits in Indiana — a five-year and a lifetime. The five-year permit is an alternative to a NICS background, but the lifetime does not.
- Complete a handgun license application online at the Indiana State Police Handgun Licensing Portal. https://firearms.ariesportal.com
- Schedule an appointment to submit fingerprints electronically at a location convenient to you.
- Schedule an appointment with your local law enforcement agency to complete local processing within 90 days.
A permit is issued within 90 days if approved.
How much does an Indiana License to Carry a Handgun (LTCH) cost?
There is no fee for an Indiana License to Carry a Handgun (LTCH) but there is a $12.50 fee for fingerprints.
Does Indiana recognize pistol permits from other states?
Yes. Indiana has permitless carry, so any person who can legally possess a firearm may carry a concealed firearm without a license or permit.
Is Indiana a Constitutional Carry state?
Yes. Indiana is a Constitutional Carry state. No license is required to open carry or concealed carry a firearm in public.
Is Indiana an Open Carry state?
Yes. Open carry is legal in Indiana without a permit.
Is Indiana a Stand Your Ground state?
Yes. Indiana is a Stand Your Ground state. In Indiana, there is no duty to retreat.
Are AR-style and other semi-auto rifles legal in Indiana?
Yes. Magazine-fed semi-auto rifles are legal to buy and possess in Indiana.
Are standard-capacity magazines allowed in Indiana?
Yes. There are no magazine-capacity restrictions in Indiana.
Does Indiana have gun-storage laws?
No. Indiana does not have a gun-storage law.
Is Indiana a Red Flag state?
Yes. Indiana is a Red Flag state. Under the Jack Laird Law, a law-enforcement officer may seize and keep firearms from mentally unstable or dangerous individuals. Seizures can be made with a warrant based on probable cause, or without a warrant, with later court approval.
