Vermont Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

What is required to carry a concealed firearm in Vermont?

1. A permit

2. A special license

3. Proof of ownership

4. No permit is required

The correct answer is: No permit is required

In Vermont, carrying a concealed firearm does not require a permit. This is a distinctive feature of Vermont's gun laws, often referred to as a "constitutional carry" law, which allows individuals who are legally allowed to possess firearms to carry them concealed without obtaining any special permission or permit from the state. This approach is rooted in the belief that the right to carry a firearm should not be hindered by permits or licenses for those who are legally permitted to own a gun. As such, as long as you are of legal age and do not have any prohibitive legal issues, you can carry a concealed firearm without any additional requirements. In contrast, permits, special licenses, or proof of ownership would imply that further regulations or approvals are necessary, which is not the case in Vermont for concealed carry.