North Carolina Concealed Handgun Permit (CHP) Practice Exam

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Which of the following locations is NOT legally permissible for carrying a concealed handgun in North Carolina?

State parks
Financial institutions
Areas prohibited by federal law
Restaurants serving alcohol

The correct answer is: Areas prohibited by federal law

The areas prohibited by federal law is the correct answer because federal law takes precedence over state law when it comes to restrictions on carrying firearms. In North Carolina, while individuals may be allowed to carry concealed handguns in certain locations under state law, federal law imposes additional restrictions that must be adhered to. These areas often include federal buildings, schools, and sometimes national parks, which are governed by separate regulations that do not permit concealed carry. Other options may have specific regulations or conditions under which concealed carry is permissible, such as state parks being generally allowed, financial institutions typically having private policies regarding firearms, and restaurants serving alcohol allowing concealed carry if certain conditions are met (e.g., not consuming alcohol). However, regardless of state allowances, federal prohibitions remain absolute and cannot be overridden by state law.