Nevada Weapons & Self-Defense Laws (2026)

Body armor is legal with restrictions to purchase and wear in Nevada for civilians without felony convictions. No significant legislative changes to the controlling statute have occurred in the 2023-2026 period.

Nevada law prohibits the possession, sale, and manufacture of brass knuckles under Nev. Rev. Stat. § 202.350. They are considered deadly weapons and possession is unlawful except for law enforcement.

Butterfly knives are legal to own and carry in Nevada with no specific restrictions beyond general knife laws. No significant legislative changes in recent years.

Nevada requires a permit to carry a concealed firearm under Nevada Revised Statutes § 202.3657. Open carry is generally legal without a permit, but concealed carry without a permit is prohibited.

Flamethrowers are legal to own and use in Nevada with no state-level restrictions. No significant legislative changes regarding flamethrowers in recent years.

Nunchucks are legal to own and possess in Nevada with no specific restrictions. No significant changes in recent years.

Open carry of firearms is legal with restrictions in Nevada without a permit for adults who are legally allowed to possess firearms. There have been no major recent changes to Nevada's open carry laws, which have been in place for many years.

Nevada permits possession of pepper spray for self-defense but limits the container size to 2 ounces or less under Nev. Rev. Stat. § 202.253. It is illegal to use it offensively or carry it into certain restricted areas.

Suppressors / Silencers are legal with restrictions in Nevada. There are no state prohibitions on suppressors beyond federal law.

Nevada law does not prohibit the possession, sale, or carry of switchblade knives. Automatic knives are legal to own and carry, with no state restrictions on blade length or mechanism.

Tasers & Stun Guns are legal with restrictions in Nevada. No significant legislative changes since the current laws on the use of electronic stun devices were enacted.