Senate Bill 50, called “Freedom to Carry NC,” would let anyone age 18 and older carry a concealed gun in the state, though it keeps permits if needed for other states’ laws or any other reason.

People who are at least 18 years old can carry a handgun openly in NC without a permit. Concealed carry requires a permit, training and background check under current law. "Freedom to Carry NC ...

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — A bill to let adults carry concealed handguns without a permit cleared the North Carolina legislature on Wednesday, however the path to joining the majority of U.S. states ...

(John Locher/AP) RALEIGH, N.C. (CN) — If signed, a bill passed Wednesday afternoon by North Carolina Republicans would allow gun owners over 18 years old to carry a concealed gun in the state without ...

Senate Bill 50 would remove North Carolina's concealed carry permit mandate. At least two House Republicans oppose SB 50, citing safety and voter concerns. Bill adds benefits for law enforcement ...

Twice this year in the North Carolina legislature, votes that typically fall along party lines have instead been upended. First, Democrats broke with their caucus to vote for the House Republican ...