Arizona Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

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Can a person be charged with a felony for carrying a concealed weapon without a permit in Arizona?

Yes, in all cases
No, it's always a misdemeanor
Yes, if the person is prohibited from possessing a firearm
No, carrying without a permit is not a crime

The correct answer is: Yes, if the person is prohibited from possessing a firearm

In Arizona, the law generally allows individuals to carry a concealed weapon without a permit due to the state's constitutional carry provisions. However, there are exceptions to this rule, particularly concerning individuals who are prohibited from possessing firearms. If a person falls into one of these prohibited categories—such as having a felony conviction or being adjudicated as mentally incompetent—they can indeed be charged with a felony for carrying a concealed weapon without a permit. This is primarily because these individuals are not legally allowed to possess firearms in the first place, thus their actions are deemed unlawful and more serious in nature, leading to felony-level charges. In contrast, individuals who are authorized to carry a concealed weapon under Arizona law and do so without a permit typically face no criminal charges. The only scenarios that lead to more severe consequences pertain to those who are barred from firearm ownership altogether.