IMPORTANT NOTICE:

NEW APPLICATION
This appointment is for the first time applicants for Concealed Handgun License. You will need to provide: a completed application, proof of citizenship, proof of residency, and a certificate demonstrating competency with a handgun. At the appointment you will be fingerprinted and photographed.

RENEWAL
This appointment type is for those who need to renew their existing or expired, Concealed Handgun License issued from Douglas County, Oregon. If your card is expired you will NOT have to retake a course to prove competency with a firearm, just schedule a renewal appointment. You will need to provide: a completed application, proof of residency and your current CHL card if applicable. You will be photographed at the time of the appointment.

TRANSFER FROM ANOTHER COUNTY
This type of appointment is for those who are transferring from another county to Douglas County. You will need to provide: a completed application form, proof of citizenship, proof of residency and your previous county CHL card (to provide competency with a handgun).  There is an option to transfer without renewing or transfer and renew, be sure to choose the correct application for you. You will be fingerprinted and photographed at the time of this appointment.

ADDRESS / NAME / DUPLICATE
This appointment type is for those who have moved within Douglas County, have changed their name or have lost their CHL card. You will need to provide proof of the change at the time of the appointment. If your card was stolen, you will need to file a report with law enforcement.

General Information

Learning the laws regulating the use of firearms is a must for responsible ownership. Local regulations differ and laws vary from state to state. Citizens must check with the jurisdiction where the firearm is to be used.

In Oregon, the Sheriff and his staff are required to follow strict state guidelines when performing the necessary background checks for issuing Concealed Handgun Licenses. Due to the detailed nature involved with conducting these background checks, processing time can take up to 45 days. During the application process, the applicant will be asked to schedule an appointment for a New or Transfer Concealed Handgun License application. 

Please read the requirements section below to make sure you have all the information required for applying for a Concealed Handgun License.

 

Pricing:

Type of Permit Fee

New Concealed Handgun License

$115.00
Renew Concealed Handgun License $75.00
Transferring from Another County (Not needing to renew) $30.00
Transferring from Another County and needing to renew $90.00
Requesting a Duplicate Concealed Handgun License $15.00
Change of Address (within Douglas County) or Change of Name $15.00

 

  • If you are applying for a NEW, RENEW or TRANSFER license, you will be required to book a fingerprinting and/or photograph appointment. 
  • Applications are processed within forty-five (45) days upon being received by the Sheriff's Office.
  • Concealed Handgun Licenses are valid for four (4) years.

 

Gaining competency with firearms is like learning to drive a car or fly an airplane. You need expert instruction and practice. There is no shortcut. If you are not willing to invest the time and effort to become competent, then having a firearm and trying to use it can, in many instances, be more hazardous than any impending threat.

 

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