You have to keep your gun out of sight. If someone can see your gun through your car window, that could be illegal. The law says it has to be hidden, usually in a locked container. If you are found guilty of carrying a gun openly in a public place, you could be charged under PC 26350.
Utah is a “Shall Issue” state which means as long as you meet the minimum requirements, you will receive the permit. Utah law requires BCI to issue or deny a permit within 60 days. The 60-day period begins when BCI receives the application and processes the payment.
It is LEGAL for any individual who is at least 18 years old and not a prohibited person as defined in 76-10-503 or 18 U.S.C. 922(g) to have a fully loaded handgun anywhere in a vehicle including concealed on your body if it is your vehicle or you have consent from the owner of the vehicle.
It is LEGAL for any individual who is at least 18 years old and not a prohibited person as defined in 76-10-503 or 18 U.S.C. 922(g) to have a fully loaded handgun anywhere in a vehicle including concealed on your body if it is your vehicle or you have consent from the owner of the vehicle.
How long does it take to get my permit? By Utah statute, Utah Bureau of Criminal Investigation has sixty (60) days from the time they start ' processing ' your application although it rarely takes that long.
How long does it take to get my permit? By Utah statute, Utah Bureau of Criminal Investigation has sixty (60) days from the time they start ' processing ' your application although it rarely takes that long.
Utah has reciprocal agreements with 36 other states that recognize Utah's permit in their state. If you choose not to get a permit in Utah and you travel to a state that requires a permit to carry open or concealed, then you are subject to the laws of that state.
Note that BCI only keeps information on approvals for 20 days. Any approvals older than 20 days are purged from our system. To check the status of a Utah CFP, click on “Concealed Firearm Permit” on the left menu of your screen. Fill in the permit number and the first and last name as they appear on the permit.
Non-resident proof of permit. If you reside in a state that recognizes the validity of the Utah CFP or has reciprocity with Utah, you must obtain a CFP or CCW from your home state and submit a copy of it with your application for a Utah permit.