Summary 

• Permit required: Yes, Nevada is not permitless/constitutional carry for concealed firearms.

• Minimum age: Generally 21 (with limited exceptions such as certain military applicants). 

• Duty to inform:No general duty to proactively inform; you must present your permit/ID if asked.

• Where you can/can’t carry: Allowed in many public places, but restricted in certain public buildings (especially with security/signage), schools/NSHE buildings, and airport public buildings, plus federal facilities.

Nevada issues concealed firearm permits through county sheriffs (local issuing authorities), and the state operates as ashall-issue jurisdiction for applicants who meet statutory requirements (training, background check, eligibility).

Nevada does recognize certain out-of-state concealed carry permits, and the state publishes an official recognition list. If you’re visiting, reciprocity can make you legal to carry concealed—but you still must follow Nevada’s location restrictions (public buildings, schools/NSHE buildings, airport public buildings, and all federal facilities).

For residents and visitors, the practical “friction points” tend to be public buildings with screening/signage, vehicle carry rules (especially what counts as “concealed”), and private-property policies (casinos/hotels/venues may prohibit and can trespass you if you refuse to leave). When transporting or storing a firearm in a vehicle, hotel, or other shared space, use secure storage (lockbox/safe) and consider Faraday-protected SLNT bags for discreet, protected storage of sensitive electronics/keys/communications that may travel with you—especially in vehicles, hotel rooms, and other shared environments.

Useful Links

• Nevada Out-of-State CCW Recognition (Reciprocity List)

• LVMPD Concealed Firearm Permits (Las Vegas / Clark County)

• LVMPD CCW FAQs

• Firearms in National Parks (NPS explainer)

Official Links

• Nevada Out-of-State CCW Recognition (DPS/RCCD)

• Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (CCW Permits)

• Nevada Public Law – NRS 202.257 (Firearm under the influence)