Michigan § 750.227 - Concealed weapons; carrying; penalty.
Full text of Michigan Michigan Compiled Laws § 750.227 — Concealed weapons; carrying; penalty., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 750.227. Concealed weapons; carrying; penalty.
A person shall not carry a dagger, dirk, stiletto, a double-edged nonfolding stabbing instrument of any length, or any other dangerous weapon, except a hunting knife adapted and carried as such, concealed on or about his or her person, or whether concealed or otherwise in any vehicle operated or occupied by the person, except in his or her dwelling house, place of business or on other land possessed by the person.
A person shall not carry a pistol concealed on or about his or her person, or, whether concealed or otherwise, in a vehicle operated or occupied by the person, except in his or her dwelling house, place of business, or on other land possessed by the person, without a license to carry the pistol as provided by law and if licensed, shall not carry the pistol in a place or manner inconsistent with any restrictions upon such license.
A person who violates this section is guilty of a felony, punishable by imprisonment for not more than 5 years, or by a fine of not more than $2,500.00.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 750.227
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 750.227 cover?
Section 750.227 ("Concealed weapons; carrying; penalty.") is part of the Michigan Compiled Laws, the codified statutory law of Michigan. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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Is this the official text of Michigan law?
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