Definitions Open Carry- Carrying a firearm out in the open Concealed carry-carrying a firearm that cannot be seen openly Types of concealed firearm permits or licenses – No issue – May Issue – Shall Issue (PA is shall issue) – Unrestricted carry
In Pennsylvania You must be 18 to purchase a rifle or shotgun You must be 21 to purchase a handgun You must undergo background checks It is illegal to create a registry for firearms Owners are not required to report lost guns The police keep a database of purchasers of handguns
Pennsylvania …does not prohibit transfer or possession of assault weapons Prohibits machine guns (few exceptions) Can’t use “armor piercing bullets” in a crime