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The handbook, the code, and what's moving in Nashville.

Everything here is free and kept current. Read it as a starting point for understanding the law — not a substitute for advice from a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.

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Digital handbook

Handbook · First Edition · 2026

Tennessee Firearm Law Handbook

The full pocket-format guide to Tennessee's carry laws, prohibited-person rules, and where state law departs from federal law — as a downloadable PDF.

First edition — June 2026 Download PDF →
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Consolidated Tennessee Code Annotated

The core Tennessee firearm statutes, pulled into one place with plain-language summaries alongside the statutory text. Not a replacement for reading the actual code, but a faster way in.

T.C.A. § 39-17-1307

Unlawful carrying of a weapon

The core carry-offense statute and its exceptions.

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T.C.A. § 39-17-1309

Carrying weapons on school property

Prohibited zones and the exceptions that apply to them.

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T.C.A. § 39-17-1316

Prohibited-person disqualifiers

Tennessee's state-level disqualifying categories.

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Pending legislative updates

Bills moving through the Tennessee General Assembly (and, where relevant, Congress) that would change firearms law. Tracked as a courtesy — always confirm current status with the legislature's own site before relying on it.

HB 0000

Example: Carry reciprocity clarification

Placeholder entry — replace with the real bill once tracking begins.

In committee
SB 0000

Example: NFA-adjacent state compliance update

Placeholder entry — replace with the real bill once tracking begins.

Passed

This tracker is updated manually. Check the date on each entry before relying on it for anything time-sensitive.