What Is The Difference Between A CCW And A CPL?
A CCW – Carrying A Concealed Weapon – is a crime in which a person unlawfully possesses a hidden weapon on or about his person. In contrast, a CPL – Concealed Pistol License – is a document granted by the state of Michigan which authorizes the named licensee to possess a concealed pistol on or about his person. In many contexts, many people use the two terms – CCW and CPL – interchangeably. • Is There A Household Limit On The Number Of CPL Licensees Living Together? No. There is absolutely no limit on the number of people, who are allowed to be issued Concealed Pistol Licenses (CPLs), living in one household. • Will My Neighbor Know If I Have a CPL? No. By statute, CPL Licensee information is not subject to disclosure or public dissemination via the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA). • How Many Guns Can I Carry With A Michigan CCW/CPL? You can carry as many concealed guns on your person or in your car as you desire. • Do You Need A CPL To “Openly Carry” A Pistol? No. If the carrier, wh
