Constitutional amendment to allow permitless carry of concealed weapons in North Carolina.

The bill proposes a constitutional amendment to allow citizens to carry concealed weapons without a permit, except where prohibited by law. It maintains a system of concealed carry permits for reciprocity and ease of purchasing weapons. The amendment will be submitted to voters in the November 3, 2026, general election. If approved, it will become effective upon certification by the State Board of Elections.

Constitutional amendment to allow permitless carry of concealed weapons in North Carolina.

The bill proposes a constitutional amendment to allow citizens to carry concealed weapons without a permit, except where prohibited by law. It maintains a system of concealed carry permits for reciprocity and ease of purchasing weapons. The amendment will be submitted to voters in the November 3, 2026, general election. If approved, it will become effective upon certification by the State Board of Elections.