Montana Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

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Who can issue a concealed carry permit in Montana?

The FBI
The Montana Department of Justice
Local sheriff's departments
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks

The correct answer is: Local sheriff's departments

In Montana, concealed carry permits are issued by local sheriff's departments. This local authority allows the sheriff to conduct background checks and assess applications based on state law. The process is designed to ensure that applicants meet the necessary criteria established by Montana law, which includes being of a certain age, having no disqualifying criminal history, and completing any required safety training. While the FBI does conduct background checks as part of the application process, they do not issue permits themselves. The Montana Department of Justice oversees the overall statutory framework for concealed carry permits but does not issue them directly; this responsibility is delegated to local law enforcement. Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is primarily focused on conservation and hunting regulations rather than the issuance of concealed carry permits. Thus, the correct answer reflects the structure of authority and responsibility within Montana's firearm regulations.