Concealed Carry Weapon (CCW) Permits
A CCW is a permit to carry a concealed weapon. You must apply for a new or renewal CCW permit in the county where you reside. You may apply for a CCW after you receive a certificate of completion from a NC Firearms safety class.
See below for more information about the process.
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We offer free gun locks in our lobby for your convenience.
FINGERPRINTING
1. Apply online by CLICKING HERE
2. Schedule your appointment
3. Visit our office with:
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Valid government-issued photo ID
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Completed paperwork
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Payment - cash, debit, or credit card.
Appointments are available:
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Monday - Friday:
9:00 AM - noon and 2:00 - 4:00 PM -
Wednesday evenings: 4:00 - 6:30 PM
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We strongly recommend scheduling an appointment to minimize your wait time!
During your visit we will:
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Take your fingerprints
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Review your documentation
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Notarize your forms
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Charge $90.00 + fees for a new CCW
MOVING
If Orange County issued your CCW, you must come into our Office to change your address when you move within Orange County OR move away from Orange County. You must have a valid photo ID with the new address.
If you are moving to Orange County, you must go to the Office that issued your CCW, notify them you are moving, and change your address with them.
If you are moving here from another state or if you are relocating to another state, you can find more information about the laws of reciprocity by reading the Updated Concealed Handgun Permits information available by
RENEWALS
If you hold a CCW permit in Orange County, you should receive a letter in the mail from the Sheriff's Office before the end of your permit term informing you of the upcoming expiration.
You can apply for a renewal online during 90 days prior to the permit's expiration date.
For a renewal application, the fee is $80.00 + processing fees.
Start the renewal process of your CCW by
EXPIRED CCW PERMITS
If your CCW permit expires, you have a grace period of 60 days to renew it. If you are renewing during the grace period, the fee is $90.00, and you must be fingerprinted again.
If you fail to renew it within the above time frame, you must begin the process to obtain a CCW again, as if it were an initial application.
Start by re-taking a NC firearms safety class.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE?
The Sheriff and his staff are required to follow strict state guidelines when performing the necessary background checks for Concealed Handgun Permits. The required due diligence period takes time and is very detailed.
Once an applicant submits paperwork and fingerprints, it generally takes 60 - 90 days before your permit is approved. When it is complete, we will call you to come pick it up.
LAW ENFORCEMENT
If you have a Law Enforcement Qualification (N.C.G.S. § 14-415.12(A)),
you MUST bring the following items to be considered exempt from taking the
NC Firearms Safety Training Course:
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Firearms Qualification Scores (F-9 Form) valid from the last 12 months.
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A letter from your superior stating you are not under any disciplinary action and are eligible to carry your duty weapon.
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Your law enforcement ID badge.