Who may open carry?

• A. Anyone 18 years or older who is not a convicted felon
• B. Anyone with a permit
• C. Only law enforcement officers
• D. Anyone with a license

Answer: (A)

Open carry is allowed for people who are legally permitted to possess a handgun. The statement that best captures the baseline is that you must be an adult (18 years or older) and not a convicted felon. Being an adult establishes the legal age to possess a firearm, and a felon’s status is a common disqualifier across many jurisdictions. The exact rules about whether a permit or license is needed vary by state, but the fundamental eligibility remains the same: 18+ and not a felon. The other options introduce permit/licensing requirements or restrict open carry to law enforcement, which aren’t the universal baseline in all places.