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Pistol Permits

Rhode Island General Law §11-47-18 empowers the Attorney General to issue a license or permit to state residents 21 years of age or older to carry a pistol or revolver, whether concealed or not, upon a proper showing of need. In assessing the need of an applicant to carry a pistol or revolver, the Office also considers the issuance of a restricted permit for specified purposes.

Pistol Permit Application, Policy, and Relevant State Statutes

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RI Office of the Attorney General
150 South Main Street
Providence, RI 02903
(401) 274-4400

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