OREGON GUN LAWS
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Oregon gun laws operate on a “Shall Issue” policy handgun license applications being processed at the county level by the local sheriff’s office. Oregon differs slightly from other states in that it has very few restrictions on where a concealed handgun can be carried. Additionally Oregon is an open carry state with local cities and counties authorized to place restrictions on persons who open carry but do not have a concealed handgun license. The Oregon State police also keep records of all gun sales from FFL dealers which are supposed to be destroyed after a period of 5 years.
Oregon CCW Quick Facts
Oregon CCW Reciprocity
How Reciprocity Works in Oregon
Oregon will not honor any concealed carry licenses from other states.
Oregon Reciprocity State's
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License Issued To
- Oregon Concealed Handgun License Requirements
- Oregon Concealed Handgun License Application
- Oregon Concealed Handgun License Renewal
- Oregon Concealed Handgun License Fee's
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Demonstrate competence with a handgun
- Have your principal residence in the county application is filed in.
- Have your current address on your driver's license
- Be a citizen of the US
- Have no legal condition that would prohibit you from possessing a firearm under either Oregon or Federal law.
- Have no outstanding warrants for your arrest.
- Not be an unlawful user of, or addicted to, a controlled substance.
- Not be on any form of pre-trial release.
- Not registered as a sex offender in any state.
- Have been discharged from the jurisdiction of a juvenile court for more than four years if you were under their jurisdiction for committing an act which, if committed by an adult, would have constituted a felony or a misdemeanor.
- Federal Law - Prohibits the following persons
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Oregon: Places Off-Limits for CCW
Places Off-Limits in Oregon
- Posted private property where the owner prohibits firearms
- Posted private businesses
- State courthouses
- Correctional facility
- Racecourse
- Indian resevation and some casinos on reservations, unless permission granted
- Any place where the carrying of firearms is prohibited by Federal Law.
Places Allowed in Oregon
- State parks
- State and national forests
- Road side rest areas
- Vehicle
- All areas of the state - except those listed as off limits
Pointers: Oregon Gun Laws
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"The people shall have the right to bear arms for the defense of themselves, and the state, but the Military shall be kept in strict subordination to the civil power"
(Art. I, Section 27)
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Oregon CCW FAQ's
Oregon CCW Contact
Marion County Sheriff
Hours
Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Contact
Address 555 Court St NE,
AddressSuite 5232
CitySalem, OR 97301
Phone (503)-588-5225
Comments
As a teacher it may be different being employed however as a manager of a store here in Klamath now, I was also informed that being a CHL person I am not required to notify my employer that I do conceal carry. Only after the employer is advised or informed can they tell you NO. somewhat falls under a ” didn’t get asked didn’t tell” situatuation so the employer doesn’t have any legal fallback for allowing it if something happens.
If we are traveling and are in the state of Oregon a few days, what is the protocol for a gun…the other states we are traveling thru recognize our permit to carry…
I am a 19 year old resident of Portland oregon and I would like to own a handgun. I know that licensed dealers cannot sell one to me legally, but have heard that I can legally possess one if it is given to me from a private party. Is this true?
can i bring a handgun into oregon thru the airport in checked baggage as long as it is properly secured.
I have personally checked handguns into my luggage departing PDX. You MUST declare any firearms though when you check in.
is it legal to conceal carry a unserialized handgun in Oregon with a chl
is it legal to conceal carry a unserialized hand gun in Oregon with a chl
Can I practice firing my shot gun in my own yard? I have 1 1/2 acres?
Can my wife carry my hand gun legally?
My in laws were told by a gun dealer they have to report and track gun caliber and several numbers to their guns every five years. Is this true?
What are Oregon laws concerning purchase, possession and carrying of cap and ball pistols? Thanks
Is it safe to purchase a firearm from Armslist.com? It’s an online local classifieds to purchase local firearm
Is it allowed to have a firearm in your home just for home defense?
Nevada now recognizes Oregon
If you’re looking to acquire a permit to carry a concealed handgun then you can always look to your Sheriff’s Association for assistance here. In Oregon, we have the https://oregonchl.org/ which provides online training that satisfies the Oregon educational requirement for handgun safety training to obtain your concealed handgun license. After completing this course you must make an appointment with your Sheriff, but that’s it!
State courthouses This include the State Capitol building and grounds. Is Open carry allowed there. Also I have been told that if I have my Concealed License I can Open Carry there. Just does not sound right to me.
Open Carry is legal but the state gave local governments the right to adopt laws/ordinances on carrying
loaded firearms by those without a permit/license to carry. Some cities and towns have adopted such
laws/ordinances and anyone who wants to open carry should check to make sure they can legally carry where
they plan to open carry without a permit/license to carry. Places as listed in the “Places Off Limits” apply to
those who open carry. ORS 166.370 exemptions for carrying in public buildings for those with valid
permit/license to carry but not for those open carrying without a permit/license. So all public buildings are off
limits to those open carrying without a permit/license.
Who do I contact about a handgun purchase denial? I’ve never had an arrest, been convicted of anything beyond a traffic ticket for driving under suspended, and even owned a licensed preschool for 3 years. never been in a domestic violence charge. I have been reading up on Oregon licensing and it seems that they have been denying more than for what they legally should.
Who denied the purchase, a gun shop? Do you have a CCW license? You can also try here http://www.oregonfirearms.org/faq
Did they delay you or just flat out deny ?
Can I give my daughter a pistol that lives in Oregon, I’m from out side Oregon.
I believe it still has to go through an FFL holder.
Yes you can under current laws firearms can be exchanged between immediate family members. From Oregon gun laws
OFSA exempts specific transfers or sales including transfers or sales:
Between spouses or domestic partners; or
Between immediate relatives including siblings, parents, children, step children, grandparents, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, first cousins of the transferor.
But you’ll still want to make sure your daughter is legally eligible to own the firearm as well.
Can teachers carry guns in school?? In Kalmath Falls, Oregon???????
there are 18 states that allow teachers to carry guns and Oregon is one of them but you need approval from the school board.
Alabama (which bans possessing a weapon on school grounds only if the carrier has “intent to do bodily harm”)
California (with approval of the superintendent)
Connecticut (with approval of “school officials”)
Hawaii (no specific law)
Idaho (with school trustees’ approval)
Iowa (with “authorization”)
Kentucky (with school board approval)
Massachusetts (with approval of the school board or principal)
Mississippi (with school board approval)
Montana (with school trustees’ permission)
New Hampshire (ban applies only to pupils, not adults)
New Jersey (with approval from the school’s “governing officer”)
New York (with the school’s approval)
Oregon (with school board approval)
Rhode Island (with a state concealed weapons permit)
Texas (with the school’s permission)
Utah (with approval of the “responsible school administrator”)
Wyoming (as long as it’s not concealed)
You should remover California form the list. It is no longer permitted to carry weapons on a school property even with the superintendents approval. Only active sworn LEO may carry.
From my understanding from going to Klamath community College, as a concealed handgun permit holder, I was able to carry on any school grounds without needing to ask permission. However, it is in the best interest of said persons doi g so to notify any security or the head of the school that you will be doing so just in case someone sees a part of the holster or sees a buldge under you jacket/clothing and reports it.