Mississippi Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

Does Mississippi recognize concealed carry permits issued by other states?

1. Yes, all of them

2. Yes, but only those from states with reciprocal agreements

3. No

4. Only if the permit holder is a resident of that state

The correct answer is: Yes, all of them

Mississippi does indeed recognize concealed carry permits issued by other states, but this recognition is contingent upon certain conditions. The correct answer is that permits from states with reciprocal agreements are recognized. This means that Mississippi has entered into agreements with certain states to honor each other's permits. It's important to understand that not all states' permits are accepted; only those that have established a reciprocal relationship with Mississippi. The idea of universal recognition, as suggested by the first response, does not hold true because permits from states without an agreement would not be honored in Mississippi. Every state has its own laws regarding concealed carry, and reciprocity ensures that the standards for issuing permits align to a degree. Therefore, while Mississippi is supportive of concealed carry, it operates under a framework of mutual recognition rather than blanket acceptance.