Weapons in CMVs - Alabama

Alabama is a constitutional carry state, which means law-abiding adults 19 years and older who can legally possess a firearm under federal and state law may carry a concealed handgun without obtaining a permit.

Permits

Permits are not required but may be useful for reciprocity with other states. Permits are issued by county sheriff’s offices.

Other weapons

Pepper guns are considered firearms under Alabama law and may be carried with a valid concealed carry permit and registration with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency.

Permitted non-lethal weapons include:

• Stun guns/tasers
• Pepper spray
• Bear spray
• Bludgeons/batons
• Brass knuckles (requires a concealed carry permit)
• Less-lethal launchers

Duty to inform

Alabama state law requires drivers to notify police of the presence of a concealed weapon during traffic stops or at weigh stations if asked by a law enforcement officer.

Employee parking lots

Employers may not prohibit storage of a lawfully owned firearm in an employee vehicle. Some restrictions apply.