Law Enforcement and Armed Forces | NSSF SHOT Show 2025

The SHOT Show connects law enforcement agencies with the industry's top manufacturers, distributors and experts.

This is your agency’s opportunity to view the latest equipment, share knowledge and find solutions that will help keep your officers and communities safe. Whether you're looking to upgrade your firearms, improve your defensive tactics, or enhance your training programs, the SHOT Show has everything you need to succeed. This is YOUR SHOT. Don’t miss it!

Nearly one-third of the SHOT Show’s exhibit halls are dedicated to protection equipment and tactical accessories needed by law enforcement, SWAT teams, private security and the armed forces.

Here are just a few categories where you can discover new equipment opportunities:

Category NEW Exhibitors
Airgun & Airsoft Products 10
Ammunition 11
Apparel, Men's 20
Apparel, Women's 11
Bags, Packs & Equipment 14
Cameras & Equipment 4
Camping 10
Communications/Electronics/GPS 13
Crossbows & Accessories 4
Custom Manufacturing 28
Cutlery/Sharpeners/Knives & Accessories 6
Eyewear 2
Feeder Equipment 1
Firearm Barrels/Parts/Gunsmithing 19
Firearm Cabinets/Racks/Safes 4
Firearm Cases 4
Firearm Grips & Stocks 12
Firearm Locks 4
Firearms 40
Firearm Maintenance & Cleaning Equipment 6
Footwear 2

Category NEW Exhibitors
Gunsmith Tools 7
Hearing Protection 5
Holsters 10
Hunting Gear & Accessories 19
International Exhibitors 20
Law Enforcement Products & Services 35
Leathergoods 3
Lighting Products 5
Magazines & Cartridges 8
Media/Publication 2
Recoil Protection Devices & Services 1
Reloading 5
Retailer Services 3
Scopes, Sights, Telescopes & Accessories 16
Shooting Range Equipment 10
Survival Kits/First Aid 8
Targets 10
Training and Safety Equipment 12
Treestands 1
Vehicles, Utility & Recreation 8
Wholesaler/Distributor 23

Save on Hotels

Exclusive SHOT Show hotel discounts are available when you book through official hotel partners.

Don’t miss your opportunity to save.

More Room to Maneuver, More Products to See

Goodbye crowded, can’t-move aisles preventing you from accessing high-demand exhibits. Our expanded exhibit floor stretches from the Venetian Expo to Caesars Forum, so you have more space to explore more equipment and interact with more manufacturers.

Network with Other Agencies and Personnel

No other event gives you access to such a diversified group of professionals and agencies in the law enforcement and defense industry. When you attend the SHOT Show, you collaborate face-to-face with other armed services, law enforcement and hi-tech private security organizations.

Kickoff Meet and Greet for Law Enforcement and Armed Forces

Monday, January 20 | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

Sponsored by: Daniel Defense
Co-sponsored by: Police1

Specialized Training for Law Enforcement

The LEEP (Law Enforcement Education Program) focuses on protection measures and practical execution specifically for law enforcement agencies. Learn from leading industry training organizations and industry product authorities.

Upon completion, LEEP participants receive a Certificate of Attendance confirming course participation, which can be used to document training. Learn More

Requires registration for LEEP sessions.

Photography or recording of seminars by participants is NOT permitted.

To make every interaction as meaningful as possible, the SHOT Show is a trade only event for relevant exhibitors and qualified buyers. All potential attendees must provide appropriate documentation to qualify for attendance at the SHOT Show.

Receive Permission to Attend

Law Enforcement Justification Letter

We've started the process for you to receive approval from your supervisor to attend the 2025 SHOT Show. This sample justification letter outlines the value of sending a representative to the show as well as attending the LEEP training courses. Copy and paste to your agency's official request form and customize the content for your needs.

Download Justification Letter Template