Rhode Island Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

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Prepare for the Rhode Island Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam with detailed practice questions. Improve your knowledge on RI gun laws and ensure firearms safety with comprehensive review materials and tested strategies.

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Is open carry of firearms allowed in Rhode Island?

Yes, without a permit
Yes, but only with a permit
No, open carry is not allowed
Only for rifles and shotguns, not handguns

The correct answer is: Yes, but only with a permit

While it is legal to openly carry a firearm in Rhode Island, it is not allowed without a permit. Option A is incorrect because a permit is required. Option C is incorrect because open carry with a permit is allowed. Option D is incorrect because handguns, rifles, and shotguns are all allowed to be openly carried with a permit, not just rifles and shotguns.