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South Carolina Open Carry Laws (2026)

Permitted: Open carry of a handgun is legal without a permit for eligible persons 18+ (H.3594, effective Mar 7, 2024).

PermittedVerified May 31, 2026

Open carry of a handgun is legal without a permit for eligible persons 18+ (H.3594, effective Mar 7, 2024).

Official source: sled.sc.gov →

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