Minnesota is gun friendly but just beware of the laws. If you are traveling from state to state and carrying, you need to know the situation in each state you are entering or you could get into trouble. For certain states or if you have any doubt at all, keeping moving through the state (reference the McClure-Volkmer Act to only stop for gas and emergencies) towards your final destination state. Your destination state must have acceptable laws for your stay. We make some generalities with our color map here for ease of use so you should always look up the current details of the laws. Handgun laws are where it usually varies the most. This is a controversial issue but which ever side you are on, it is better to have informed people out there. You can also download an easy to print version with all states and details.
Minnesota Gun Law Travel Guide Basics
Ownership: unrestricted, permit required for handguns
Consistency of laws: uniform throughout state
Self-defense: NO castle doctrine
Open carry: prohibited without permit
Concealed carry: shall issue state, some permits accepted from other states
Vehicle carry handguns: unloaded and cased in trunk or outside storage unless you have a permit, allowed if hunting or target shooting
Vehicle carry long guns: unloaded and cased
Official source information
Minnesota Statutes
Minnesota Statutes
Minnesota Legislature
Minnesota Rifle and Revolver Association
Gun Owners Civil Right Alliance
Minnesota State Home Page
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