Vermont Gun Laws: Rights and Regulations in the Green Mountain State

Vermont Carry Traditions, Magazine Limits, Red Flag Laws & Private Sale Background Checks

Vermont is the namesake of “Vermont Carry,” having never historically prohibited the concealed carry of firearms without a permit. However, the legal landscape in Burlington and beyond has changed recently with the introduction of magazine capacity limits and mandatory background checks for private sales. Despite these shifts, Vermont remains a “no-issue” state because no permit is required for any law-abiding citizen. This resource details the state’s self-defense standards, the impact of recent “Red Flag” legislation, and the rules for carrying in the Green Mountain National Forest.