Permit Director

Welcome! This is an official application for a concealed handgun permit. You must completely and accurately fill-out this application to be considered for a permit. Any falsification of the information within this application will result in the refusal of this application for a concealed handgun permit.

A non-refundable processing fee is required. In addition, a online service fee is required to process payment. These fees will be charged even if your application is denied.

QUESTIONS - PLEASE READ each question carefully and answer as fully as possible. Incorrect information will affect the processing of your application

When asked for your Previous Addresses, please list all addresses for the last 10 years.

You must complete all information as listed on your driver's license/state issued ID as well as any previous aliases and names. Failure to do so can affect the processing of your application.

Applicant Information:

Last Name: ^{(official ID)}

First Name:

Middle Name:

Maiden Name:

Suffix: ^{(jr, sr, etc.)}

SSN:

SSN: ^(confirm)

Current Concealed Permit Information: ^{enter your existing permit # and the issuing county}

Permit #:

Issuing County:

Issue Date:

Expiration Date:

Previous Names - Please list all names you were previously known by: ^{(please list all previous aliases)}

Previous Last Name	Previous First Name	Previous Middle Name	City Where Changed	State	Court File #

Driver's License / Non-Operator ID: ^{(or other State Issued ID)}

^{ID Number:}

^{Issuing State:}

Information Related To Your Birth:

Date of Birth:

Current Age:

Height:

^feet ^inches

Weight:

Hair Color:

Eye Color:

Physical Description:

Telephone Number: ^{(###-###-####)}

^Primary:

^Work:

^Cell:

^Fax:

Updates via text message?

Yes No

Email:

^Address:

^Confirm:

Please Create A Password: ^{(you can use this to track progress, and we may need to contact you during the process)}

Password:

Password: ^(confirm)

Password Information: In order to comply with CJIS standards we have employed the use of a password complexity monitor. As you enter your password, we will display an indicator of complexity. You will only be able to submit passwords that are sufficiently complex as to be considered 'safe' by CJIS standards. The visual indicator will turn Blue or Green to indicate that your password is safe.

Important: CJIS requires we maintain a strict password policy and system of checks. As such, we check the following items as you enter your new password:

The password must be a minimum length of eight (8) characters on all systems
The password must not be a dictionary word
The password must not be the same as your email address
The password must not be a proper name

Current Residence Address: ^{(this may be different than your mailing address)}

Address Line 1:

Address Line 2:

City:

State : ^(region)

Zip Code: ^{(postal code)}

Country:

^{Mailing Address Different:}

Yes No

Present Mailing Address: ^{(if different from residence address)}

Address Line 1:

Address Line 2:

City:

State : ^(region)

Zip Code: ^{(postal code)}

Country:

Attach Documentation: please upload the required documentation

Please use the 'Add Files' button below to begin the process. The maximum size of individual files is 5 MB. The address on government issued IDs must match the address on this application.

Valid government issued photo ID ^{(ex. Passport, NC Drivers License / State ID)}
- Address on on your Driver's License must match the address on file with the DMV
Copy of your current CHP

Uploaded Files:

I will mail or fax these documents.

Add files...

Please select a document type then, click on the “Attach” button to complete the upload process.

Select Permit Change Type:

Change of Address Change of Name Change of Name and Address

Address Currently Displayed on Permit:

Address Line 1:

Address Line 2:

City:

State : ^(region)

Zip Code: ^{(postal code)}

Country:

Name Currently Displayed on Permit:

Last Name: ^{on current permit}

First Name:

Middle Name:

Suffix: ^{(jr, sr, etc.)}

Reason For Name Changed:

Separation/Divorce Legal Name Change Other

Enter reason here:

Select Your Application Type:

Concealed Handgun Permit Address Change

Total Fee:

$0

I DO HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THE ABOVE INFORMATION IS TRUE AND CORRECT TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE. I ALSO UNDERSTAND THAT ANY FALSIFICATION OF THE ABOVE INFORMATION WILL RESULT IN THE REFUSAL OF MY APPLICATION FOR A CONCEALED HANDGUN PERMIT. IN ADDITION, BY SUBMITTING THIS APPLICATION, I AUTHORIZE THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY CLERK OF COURTS TO RELEASE MENTAL HEALTH INFORMATION TO THE NEW HANOVER COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE. CAUTION: FEDERAL LAW AND STATE LAW ON THE POSSESSION OF HANDGUNS AND FIREARMS DIFFER.

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Your Initials:

YES! I would like to make a donation to support the Sheriffs across North Carolina by donating to the NC Sheriffs' Association.

Through your donation you will receive timely e-mail updates from the North Carolina Sheriffs’ Association on important gun law changes on both the state and federal levels that affect you.

Donation Amount:

Coupon Code:

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There are two appointment sessions on each day: 9:00am to 12:00pm, and 1:00pm to 3:00pm. For either session, you can come in at anytime within that session. Please allow for up to 45mins to complete your appointment.

You Must Select An Appointment: ^{your appointment will be confirmed prior to checkout}

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New Hanover County Sheriff's Office

Concealed Handgun Permit Application Please Enter All Information

Please read the following before proceeding:

Applicant Information:

Current Concealed Permit Information: ^{enter your existing permit # and the issuing county}

Previous Names - Please list all names you were previously known by: ^{(please list all previous aliases)}

Driver's License / Non-Operator ID: ^{(or other State Issued ID)}

Information Related To Your Birth:

Demographic Information:

Telephone Number: ^{(###-###-####)}

Email:

Please Create A Password: ^{(you can use this to track progress, and we may need to contact you during the process)}

Current Residence Address: ^{(this may be different than your mailing address)}

Present Mailing Address: ^{(if different from residence address)}

Attach Documentation: please upload the required documentation

Uploaded Files:

Select Permit Change Type:

Address Currently Displayed on Permit:

Name Currently Displayed on Permit:

Reason For Name Changed:

Select Your Application Type:

Total Fee:

$0

You Must Select An Appointment: ^{your appointment will be confirmed prior to checkout}

To Reserve An Appointment Select The Date & Time Below

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Add An Address

Add An Alias

Add a reference

Update a reference

Please read the following before proceeding:

Applicant Information:

Current Concealed Permit Information: enter your existing permit # and the issuing county

Previous Names - Please list all names you were previously known by: (please list all previous aliases)

Driver's License / Non-Operator ID: (or other State Issued ID)

Information Related To Your Birth:

Demographic Information:

Telephone Number: (###-###-####)

Email:

Please Create A Password: (you can use this to track progress, and we may need to contact you during the process)

Current Residence Address: (this may be different than your mailing address)

Present Mailing Address: (if different from residence address)

Attach Documentation: please upload the required documentation

Uploaded Files:

Select Permit Change Type:

Address Currently Displayed on Permit:

Name Currently Displayed on Permit:

Reason For Name Changed:

Select Your Application Type:

Total Fee:

$0

You Must Select An Appointment: your appointment will be confirmed prior to checkout

To Reserve An Appointment Select The Date & Time Below

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Your Appointment Choice Is:

No Appointments Available

Your signature is required.

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Permit Expired

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You Must Select An Appointment: your appointment will be confirmed prior to checkout

To Reserve An Appointment Select The Date & Time Below

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Your Appointment Choice Is:

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You Must Select An Appointment: your appointment will be confirmed prior to checkout

To Reserve An Appointment Select The Date & Time Below

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Please select a time below:

Your Appointment Choice Is:

No Appointments Available

Current Concealed Permit Information: ^{enter your existing permit # and the issuing county}

Previous Names - Please list all names you were previously known by: ^{(please list all previous aliases)}

Driver's License / Non-Operator ID: ^{(or other State Issued ID)}

Telephone Number: ^{(###-###-####)}

Please Create A Password: ^{(you can use this to track progress, and we may need to contact you during the process)}

Current Residence Address: ^{(this may be different than your mailing address)}

Present Mailing Address: ^{(if different from residence address)}

You Must Select An Appointment: ^{your appointment will be confirmed prior to checkout}

You Must Select An Appointment: ^{your appointment will be confirmed prior to checkout}

You Must Select An Appointment: ^{your appointment will be confirmed prior to checkout}