Arkansas issues concealed handgun carry licenses through Arkansas State Police. Enhanced licenses allow carry in additional locations. Permitless carry is also recognized for qualifying adults under state interpretation of Act 746.
Arkansas Code 5-73-301 et seq. authorizes the State Police to issue concealed handgun carry licenses to qualifying adults completing training and a background check. An enhanced license permits carry in additional public places after extra training. State law preempts local concealed carry regulation. Locations such as schools, courthouses, and certain government buildings remain off-limits. Reciprocity exists with many other states. Violations of carry restrictions can result in misdemeanor or felony charges depending on location and conduct.
Carrying a handgun in a prohibited location is generally a Class D felony; license violations may bring license revocation, fines, and criminal penalties.
Little Rock, AR
Little Rock has no ordinance specifically regulating lawn ornaments. Decorative items in front and side yards are allowed without a permit, subject to genera...
Little Rock, AR
Residential holiday inflatables (snowmen, Santas, etc.) at single-family homes are not regulated by a specific Little Rock ordinance; commercial inflatable d...
Little Rock, AR
Little Rock does not have a dedicated holiday lighting ordinance. Temporary seasonal lights at single-family homes are generally allowed without a permit, su...
Little Rock, AR
Outdoor kitchens in Little Rock typically require building, electrical, plumbing, and gas permits through Planning and Development when they include hard plu...
Little Rock, AR
Residential backyard smokers are permitted in Little Rock and are governed by the same Arkansas Fire Prevention Code (IFC §308) clearance rules that apply to...
Little Rock, AR
Little Rock follows the Arkansas Fire Prevention Code (based on the International Fire Code), which under IFC Section 308 prohibits operating charcoal grills...
See how Little Rock's concealed carry rules stack up against other locations.
Help us keep this page accurate. If you notice an error or outdated information, let us know.