Does Louisiana have Constitutional Carry / Permitless Concealed Carry?

Yes. Under Louisiana Revised Statute 14:95(M), law-abiding citizens 21 years of age or older who are not legally prohibited from possessing a firearm may carry a concealed handgun without requiring a state permit.

Does Louisiana have a Stand Your Ground law?

Yes. Under LA R.S. 14:19, Louisiana law establishes no duty to retreat ('Stand Your Ground') for any person who is in a location where they have a lawful right to be and who is defending themselves against justified force.

Do cities in Louisiana have the authority to ban firearms?

No. Under Louisiana State Preemption (LA R.S. 40:1796), municipalities and parish governments are strictly prohibited from enacting local firearm ordinances or restrictions tighter than state law.

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LA R.S. 14:95(M) Carrying Firearms

Constitutional Carry / Permitless Concealed Carry

Allows law-abiding citizens 21 years of age or older (who are not legally prohibited) to carry a concealed handgun without a permit in Louisiana. Enacted via Act 1 (2024 1st Extra Session).

💡 Plain English Explanation ("Layman's Terms")

If you are at least 21 years old and legally allowed to own a firearm, you do not need a state permit, background check, or extra training class to carry a hidden handgun on your person in Louisiana. However, you must still follow prohibited location rules (like schools, courthouses, or private businesses that prohibit guns).

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