Utah Gun & Ammo Laws: A 2nd Amendment Overview for Utah Gun Owners

PLEASE NOTE: The laws which impact Utah gun owners are subject to frequent change at the local, state, and federal level so it's wise to consult an attorney or your local law enforcement agency before making any final firearms-related decisions. Our official policy on shipping ammo to Utah can be found here, whereas the information below is meant as a reference point only.

Utah State Constitution

The individual right of the people to keep and bear arms for security and defense of self, family, others, property, or the state, as well as for other lawful purposes shall not be infringed; but nothing herein shall prevent the Legislature from defining the lawful use of arms.

Utah Constitutional Provision Article I, Section 6: Right to bear arms.

Other provisions relating to the power of the people over government:

All men have the inherent and inalienable right to enjoy and defend their lives and liberties; to acquire, possess and protect property; to worship according to the dictates of their consciences; to assemble peaceably, protest against wrongs, and petition for redress of grievances; to communicate freely their thoughts and opinions, being responsible for the abuse of that right.

Utah Constitutional Provision Article I, Section 1: Inherent and inalienable rights.

All political power is inherent in the people; and all free governments are founded on their authority for their equal protection and benefit, and they have the right to alter or reform their government as the public welfare may require.

Utah Constitutional Provision Article I Section 2: All political power inherent in the people.

Utah Gun Laws

Utah Gun Laws Overview (Source: NRA-ILA)
Utah Concealed Carry (CCW) Overview (Source: HandgunLaw.us)
Utah "How do I apply for a Concealed Firearm Permit?" (Source: Utah Department of Public Safety)
Utah Concealed Firearm Permit Applications (Source: Utah Department of Public Safety)
Utah Concealed Firearm Permit Frequently Asked Questions (Source: Utah Department of Public Safety)

Utah Hunting Rules & Regulations

Utah Hunting (Source: Utah Division of Wildlife Resources)
Utah Big Game Field Regulations (Source: Utah Division of Wildlife Resources)
Utah Purchase Hunting & Fishing Licenses Online (Source: Utah Division of Wildlife Resources)
Utah Hunter Education (Source: Utah Division of Wildlife Resources)

Utah Shooting Ranges

NSSF-Affiliated Shooting Ranges (Source: NSSF's WhereToShoot.org)
NRA-Affiliated Shooting Ranges (Source: NRA.org)

Utah Competitive Shooting Clubs & Matches

IDPA Clubs (Source: IDPA.com)
IDPA Matches (Source: IDPA.com)
USPSA Clubs (Source: USPSA.org)
USPSA Matches (Source: USPSA.org)
USA Shooting Clubs (Source: USAShooting.org)
USA Shooting Matches (Source: USAShooting.org)
4-H Shooting Sports State Contacts (Source: 4-HShootingSports.org)

Utah NRA Training Courses & Fundraising Events

Utah NRA-Affiliated Training Courses (Source: NRA.org)
Utah "Friends of NRA" Events & News (Source: FriendsofNRA.org)

Utah State Firearm & Hunting Associations

Utah State Rifle & Pistol Association (NRA-Affiliated)
UT Gun Rights
Safari Club International Utah Chapter (SCI-Affiliated)
utah Students for Concealed Carry (Source: ConcealedCampus.org)
Utah Civilian Marksmanship Program (Source: TheCMP.org)
Utah NRA-Affiliated State Association (Source: NRA.org)
Utah Safari Club Affiliated State Association (Source: SafariClub.org)

Utah Gun Shows and FFLs

Utah Gun & Knife Shows (Source: GunShows-USA.com)
Utah FFL Holders (Source: FFLGunDealers.net)
NICS Firearm Checks by State (Source: FBI.gov)

Utah's Yearly Ranking for Gun-Friendly States

Utah Elected Public Officials

Congressional (Source: VoteSmart.org)
Gubernatorial (Source: VoteSmart.org)
State Legislature (Source: VoteSmart.org)
Statewide Officials (Source: VoteSmart.org)
NRA's Ranking of Utah Public Officials (Source: NRA-PVF.org)

Utah Public Finances and Personal & Economic Freedom Rankings

Utah State Checkbook (Source: Open The Books)
Utah State Employees (Source: Open The Books)
Utah Personal & Economic Freedom Ranking (Source: CATO Institute)
Utah Civil Asset Forfeiture (aka "Policing For Profit") Ranking (Source: Institute for Justice)

Utah State Business Tax Climate Rankings

Utah State Business Tax Climate Rank (Source: Tax Foundation)
Taxes in Utahh (Source: Tax Foundation)

Firearm Background Check Data

Background check types

The transaction types Permit, Permit Recheck, Handgun, Long Gun, Other, Multiple and Admin on the chart are for background checks initiated by an officially-licensed Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL) or criminal justice/law enforcement agency prior to the issuance of a firearm-related permit or transfer.

Multiple indicates a background check where more than one type of firearm is associated to a single background check.

Admin indicates the administrative checks that are for other authorized uses of the NICS.

Pre-Pawn background checks requested by an officially-licensed FFL on prospective firearm transferees seeking to pledge or pawn a firearm.

Redemption background checks requested by an officially-licensed FFL on prospective firearm transferees attempting to regain possession of a firearm after pledging or pawning a firearm as security at a pawn shop.

Private Sale background checks requested by an officially-licensed FFL on prospective firearm transferees attempting to possess a firearm from a private party seller who is not an officially-licensed FFL.

Return to Seller-Private Sale background checks requested by an officially-licensed FFL on prospective firearm transferees attempting to possess a firearm from a private party seller who is not an officially-licensed FFL.

Best Gun-Friendly States Ranking

Overall Freedom Ranking

Business Tax Climate Rankings

Gun and Ammo Laws by State

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