So, What’s Reciprocity? What’s Constitutional Carry?
I heard those terms recently. Do I still need a permit?
Much like Brian and I have been featured in the news, Tennessee has been in the news lately because of something called “constitutional carry.” It basically means state laws have passed recently that allows someone to carry a firearm without a permit. Thing is, the moment you travel out of state, you’ll still likely need a permit.
That’s where reciprocity comes in. Reciprocity basically means when you take our course and get your handgun carry permit, you’ll be able to use that permit in 48 other states. It’s safer and simply helps mitigate risk in case anything ever happens if you have a permit that shows you took a course to learn how to be a more responsible citizen.
Not to mention, our course teaches you the laws you need to be aware of, firearm safety rules, and was designed from the ground up to teach people what they need to know (and a little more) about firearms. The fact you can take the course anywhere, anytime, and on any of your devices -- there are basically zero reasons you shouldn’t join us.
Tennessee Online Concealed Carry Permit Reciprocity
UPDATED 5/25/2022 - TN has released official reciprocity lists for their available permits. You can view the updated list of states that honor your permit here:
Reciprocity is an agreement between states. Per the TN.gov website, the following states have reciprocity with Tennessee Concealed Carry Handgun Permit (available via online course). These lists and agreements change, so always contact states that you travel through or visit for updated information!
Alabama
Alaska
Arizona
Arkansas
Colorado
Delaware
Florida
Georgia
Idaho
Illinois (only if kept in vehicle and not on person)
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maine
Michigan
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nevada
New Hampshire
North Carolina
Ohio
Oklahoma
Pennsylvania
South Carolina
South Dakota
Texas
Utah
Virginia
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming
(NOTE: Persons with a valid Tennessee Handgun Carry permit should contact any state for information on carrying a handgun prior to entering the state.)
Source: https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/safety/documents/handgun/Reciprocity_August2021.pdf
