Hawaii Concealed Carry Laws (2026)

Restricted: Hawaii requires a License to Carry to carry concealed, and there is no permitless carry.

RestrictedVerified Jul 2, 2026

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Hawaii requires a License to Carry to carry concealed, and there is no permitless carry. It has been shall-issue since 2022, with county police chiefs issuing to qualified applicants, and the minimum age is 21.

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