South Carolina Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

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Who is eligible to apply for a concealed weapons permit in South Carolina?

  1. Anyone over the age of 18

  2. Non-residents of South Carolina

  3. Individuals with felony convictions

  4. Residents of South Carolina who have completed a firearms training course

The correct answer is: Residents of South Carolina who have completed a firearms training course

In South Carolina, individuals must meet specific criteria to be eligible to apply for a concealed weapons permit. Option A, anyone over the age of 18, is not entirely correct as there are additional requirements. Option B, non-residents of South Carolina, are not eligible to apply for a concealed weapons permit as it is only available to residents. Option C, individuals with felony convictions, are also not eligible as they are prohibited from possessing firearms by federal law. Option D, residents of South Carolina who have completed a firearms training course, is the correct answer as it meets the specific criteria set by the state for obtaining a concealed weapons permit.