South Carolina Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

In South Carolina, is it legal to carry a concealed weapon into a bank with a CWP?

1. Yes

2. No

3. Only with permission from the bank

4. Only if the bank does not post signs prohibiting it

The correct answer is: Only if the bank does not post signs prohibiting it

In South Carolina, the law permits individuals with a Concealed Weapons Permit (CWP) to carry a concealed weapon in most public places, which includes banks. However, the legality of carrying a concealed weapon into a bank can be affected by the bank's policies and signage. If a bank has posted a sign prohibiting concealed weapons, it is not legal for a CWP holder to bring a concealed weapon into the bank. This is an important consideration, as private property owners have the right to set their own rules regarding firearms on their premises, even when law permits carrying in general locations. Thus, carrying a concealed weapon into a bank is only permissible if the bank does not display any prohibitive signage regarding firearms. This means that a CWP holder must always be aware of the specific rules of the location they are entering to ensure compliance with both state law and the property owner's regulations.