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Firearms

Restricted: Permit required; very restrictive. A DC Concealed Carry Pistol License from MPD is mandatory; minimum age 21; must own a DC-registered pistol and complete 18 hours of training.

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Permit required; very restrictive. A DC Concealed Carry Pistol License from MPD is mandatory; minimum age 21; must own a DC-registered pistol and complete 18 hours of training. DC recognizes NO other state's permit.

Source: https://mpdc.dc.gov/page/eligibility-requirements-concealed-carry-license · Updated July 2, 2026

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