In Michigan, concealed carry of a firearm is legal for adults aged 21 and older who are allowed under state and federal law to possess a firearm and who have a Michigan Controlled Pistol License (CPL), and for non-residents 21 years and older who have a valid permit from their home states. In a private vehicle, handguns may be concealed carried only with a license; without a license, handguns must be unloaded and stored in a closed case designed for firearms.
Permits
Permits are issued at the local level by county clerk’s offices. As far as reciprocity, Michigan recognizes resident permits from all states.
Other weapons
Tasers may be concealed carried in Michigan with a CPL.
Permitted non-lethal weapons include:
- Pepper spray (some restrictions apply)
- Bear spray (legal for self-defense against wildlife; misuse against human prohibited)
- Less-lethal launchers
Duty to inform
Michigan state law requires drivers to notify police of the presence of a concealed weapon during traffic stops or at weigh stations. The driver must show proper identification as well as a valid CPL upon request of law enforcement.
Employee parking lots
This issue is not explicitly addressed in Michigan law.
