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Kentucky Concealed Carry Laws (2026)

Permitted: Permitless/constitutional carry: no permit needed to carry concealed if you can lawfully possess (age 21+).

PermittedVerified Jul 23, 2026

Permitless/constitutional carry: no permit needed to carry concealed if you can lawfully possess (age 21+). New since July 15, 2026 (HB 312, Acts Ch. 173): the Kentucky State Police issue a PROVISIONAL concealed-carry license to residents 18-20 who complete training and a background check - valid only in Kentucky, converting to a standard license at 21. Optional standard licenses remain available for reciprocity.

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