Nebraska Gun Laws
If you’re looking to obtain a legal firearm in Nebraska, here are some things about the permit process you should know:
Nebraska is a permitless-carry state. Nebraska is also shall-issue state. Residents older than 21 years of age can apply for a Concealed Handgun Permit (CHP). Concealed-carry permits are issued at the state level by the State Patrol Department.
Is there a waiting period to buy a firearm in Nebraska?
No. There is no waiting period to get a permit to buy a firearm in Nebraska.
Is a permit required to purchase a handgun in Nebraska?
Yes. A Firearm Purchase Permit, issued by the sheriff in your local county, is required to buy handguns in Nebraska. You can also buy a handgun with a Nebraska-issued Concealed Handgun Permit (CHP). No permit is required to purchase long guns.
Do you need to register handguns in Nebraska?
No. However, the city of Omaha requires the registration of all handguns, and the city of Lincoln requires the reporting of handguns sales. Long guns do not need to be registered.
Who is eligible to obtain a Concealed Handgun Permit (CHP) in Nebraska?
Any Nebraska state resident who is at least 21 years of age may apply for a Concealed Handgun Permit (CHP).
Is firearms training a requirement in Nebraska for a Concealed Handgun Permit (CHP)?
Yes. A state-approved firearms-training course must be completed to obtain a Concealed Handgun Permit (CHP) in Nebraska.
What are the requirements to obtain a Concealed Handgun Permit (CHP) in Nebraska?
An applicant for a Nebraska Concealed Handgun Permit (CHP) must:
- Be a Nebraska resident, 21 years of age
- Complete a firearms safety course
- Complete a vision test
- Meet federal law requirements
What are the steps to obtain a Concealed Handgun Permit (CHP) in Nebraska?
- Complete a firearms-safety course
- If you do not have a Nebraska driver’s license, download the vision statement form from the State Patrol website nebraska.gov, schedule a vision test, and provide the form for completion by your eye doctor.
- Download an Concealed Handgun Permit (CHP) application on the Nebraska State Patrol website nebraska.gov. Or pick up an application from the Nebraska State Patrol headquarters. Complete an application, and have it notarized.
- Bring the notarized application, firearms-training certificate, proof of vision, proof of citizenship, proof of address, and fee to your local State Patrol office. You will be fingerprinted and photographed. You will be notified in five days if your application has been approved.
How much does a Nebraska Concealed Carry Permit cost?
The fee for a Nebraska Concealed Handgun Permit (CHP) is $100.
Does Nebraska recognize concealed-carry pistol permits from other states?
Yes. Nebraska recognizes permits issued by states with similar standards to Nebraska.
Is Nebraska a Constitutional Carry state?
Yes, Nebraska is a Constitutional Carry state.
Is Nebraska an Open Carry state?
Yes. Open carry is legal in Nebraska without a permit for anyone at least 18 years of age that is not prohibited from possessing a firearm. Open carry may be restricted by local governments, however.
Is Nebraska a Stand Your Ground state?
No. Nebraska is not a Stand Your Ground state. State law imposes a duty to retreat.
Are AR-style and other semi-auto rifles legal in Nebraska?
Yes. Magazine-fed semi-auto rifles are legal to buy and possess in Nebraska.
Are standard-capacity magazines allowed in Nebraska?
Yes. Standard and higher-capacity magazines are legal in Nebraska.
Does Nebraska have gun storage laws?
No. Nebraska does not have a specific gun-storage law.
Is Nebraska a Red Flag state?
No. Nebraska does not have a red-flag law.
