Yes, South Carolina permits concealed carry without a permit for individuals 18+ who are not prohibited from possessing firearms, effective since 2024. The law aligns with the state’s constitutional carry provisions, eliminating prior permit requirements for residents and non-residents. Violations under S.C. Code § 16-23-20 remain enforceable for prohibited persons.
Key Regulations for Concealed Carry Without a Permit in South Carolina
- Age and Eligibility: Only individuals 18+ may carry concealed without a permit, provided they are not convicted felons, fugitives, or subject to domestic violence restraining orders.
- Prohibited Locations: Carry is banned in schools, courthouses, law enforcement facilities, and private properties with posted “No Firearms” signs, per S.C. Code § 23-31-215.
- Firearm Type Restrictions: Machine guns, short-barreled rifles, and suppressors remain regulated under federal law, irrespective of state permit exemptions.