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| Subject/Law | Long Guns | Handguns | Relevant Statutes | Notes |
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| State permit required to purchase? | No | No | | |
| Firearm registration? | No | No | | |
| Owner license required? | No | No | | |
| Permit required for concealed carry? | N/A | Yes | LRS 40:1379.3 | Louisiana is a “shall issue” state for concealed carry. |
| Permit required for open carry? | No | No | | Open carry is generally permitted without a license, but may be restricted by local governments with laws in place before July 15, 1985. |
| State preemption of local restrictions? | Yes | Yes | | Local restrictions in place before July 15, 1985 are grandfathered in. Parishes may regulate hunting and the shooting of firearms. |
| Assault weapon law? | No | No | | |
| Magazine Capacity Restriction? | No | No | | |
| NFA weapons restricted? | No | No | | Federal rules observed. |
| Background checks required for private sales? | No | No | |
