What to expect. |
North Carolina has in place a concealed carry handgun law that allows qualifying citizens of our state the opportunity to obtain a permit to carry a concealed handgun. As a provision of this legislation, the individual must complete a required training program in the use of deadly force, carrying a concealed handgun, and demonstrate proficiency in the use of the handgun.
North Carolina Standards / Course Requirements:
- Course must be 8 hours long plus range time
- Legal block of instruction must be at least 2 hours
in length
- A written legal exam is required
- A shooting proficiency exam is required
Must cover the following topics:
- Legal issues
- Handgun Safety
- Handguns
- Marksmanship Fundamentals
- Carrying Concealed Safety Issues
- Presentation Techniques
- Cleaning & Maintenance
- Ammunition
- Proficiency Drills
With the right under law to carry a concealed handgun, comes tremendous responsibility. The owner of a handgun must have complete knowledge of handgun safety, knowledge of the laws regarding the use of force, and the ability to use the weapon safely and in a responsible manner. Finally, and most importantly, is the ability to use good judgement in any facet of handgun operation and use, whether in self-defense, practicing the fundamentals of marksmanship, or basic gun handling.
North Carolina Standards / Course Requirements:
- Course must be 8 hours long plus range time
- Legal block of instruction must be at least 2 hours
in length
- A written legal exam is required
- A shooting proficiency exam is required
Must cover the following topics:
- Legal issues
- Handgun Safety
- Handguns
- Marksmanship Fundamentals
- Carrying Concealed Safety Issues
- Presentation Techniques
- Cleaning & Maintenance
- Ammunition
- Proficiency Drills
With the right under law to carry a concealed handgun, comes tremendous responsibility. The owner of a handgun must have complete knowledge of handgun safety, knowledge of the laws regarding the use of force, and the ability to use the weapon safely and in a responsible manner. Finally, and most importantly, is the ability to use good judgement in any facet of handgun operation and use, whether in self-defense, practicing the fundamentals of marksmanship, or basic gun handling.
