This section collects Vermont-specific topics that do not fit cleanly into the other 24 sections of this guide. Each item is a reference pointer with...
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This section collects Vermont-specific topics that do not fit cleanly into the other 24 sections of this guide. Each item is a reference pointer with the relevant statutes; consult the cited authorities for current and complete text.
Vermont's firearm rules for hunting are in Title 10 (Conservation and Development) rather than Title 13 (Crimes). Title 13 covers carry and criminal possession; Title 10 covers method-of-take, hunting hours, ammunition restrictions for certain species, mandatory hunter education, and "loaded firearm in or on a motor vehicle" restrictions while hunting. Title 10 hunter-education and method-of-take rules do not impose carry-permit-style obligations on non-hunters.
A Vermont hunter safety course, administered by the Vermont Department of Fish and Wildlife, is required for first-time hunting-license applicants. It is also a permitted basis for purchasing a firearm before age 21 under 13 V.S.A. § 4020, alongside equivalent courses approved by another state or Canadian province.
The General Assembly has enacted various provisions affecting firearms in specific state-owned facilities. Posted facilities and court-related properties may restrict firearms. See the Prohibited Places section for the comprehensive list.
Vermont follows Dillon's Rule: municipalities exercise only powers expressly granted by the state. Combined with general preemption principles, this has historically prevented municipalities from enacting their own firearms regulations beyond those provided by state law. Bills periodically arise that would expand municipal authority over firearms within city limits (notably S.131 in the 2025-2026 session, which has been under committee review). Carriers should monitor current statute and any newly enacted preemption-narrowing legislation. See the Preemption section.
The Vermont Department of Public Safety offers a voluntary firearm-storage program through Vermont State Police barracks. Vermonters may temporarily store firearms at participating barracks without fee, typically used during personal crises, travel, or when an ERPO or relief-from-abuse order requires firearm surrender. Details are available at vsp.vermont.gov/licensing.
The Vermont Office of the Attorney General publishes a "Gun Laws" overview at ago.vermont.gov. The Office of the Attorney General is also one of the petitioner categories authorized to seek an ERPO under 13 V.S.A. § 4053.
The Vermont Department of Public Safety maintains a "New Vermont Gun Laws FAQs" page at dps.vermont.gov/content/new-vermont-gun-laws-faqs. It summarizes the requirements added by Act 94 of 2018 and subsequent legislation.
Vermont issues no permit; therefore Vermont has no reciprocity table. Visitors lawfully eligible to possess a firearm under federal and Vermont law may carry concealed or openly in Vermont without any Vermont-issued credential. See the Reciprocity section.
For current statute text and pending legislation, consult:
Because Vermont has no permit:
This guide is general information about Vermont concealed carry law and is not legal advice. Vermont law changes; consult current statutes at legislature.vermont.gov or a licensed Vermont attorney for advice on a specific situation.
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