Yes, Open carry is legal in Oklahoma for individuals aged 21 and older without a permit, following the 2019 repeal of the handgun license requirement. However, local municipalities retain limited authority to regulate firearm display in sensitive areas, and private property owners may prohibit open carry. Compliance with Oklahoma’s 2026 firearm safety training mandates for concealed carry applicants remains unaffected.
Key Regulations for Open Carry in Oklahoma
- Age and Prohibitions: Only individuals 21+ may openly carry handguns; felons, those adjudicated mentally incompetent, or subjects of protective orders are statutorily barred (Okla. Stat. tit. 21, § 1272).
- Local and Sensitive Areas: Cities like Tulsa and Oklahoma City may restrict open carry in municipal buildings or during public events, per 2023 amendments to Okla. Stat. tit. 21, § 1277.1. Schools, government facilities, and private businesses retain broad exclusionary rights.
- Transportation and Storage: While open carry is permitted, transporting loaded firearms in vehicles requires compliance with Okla. Stat. tit. 21, § 1289.1, mandating secure storage if accessible to minors or unauthorized individuals.