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Permit Information

Obtaining a Connecticut state pistol permit is relatively easy for any legal and responsible citizen. Requirements will vary from town to town, but generally require only a few simple steps:
  1. Ensure you do not fall into any of the restrictions below
  2. Obtain application form from local police station
  3. Read application instructions thoroughly
  4. Sign up for the required training
  5. Get finger prints taken by local police
  6. Submit completed application with proof of training and applicable fees
  7. Wait for 6-8 weeks and receive temporary permit
  8. Go to approved state police facility to obtain the permanent CT state permit
  9. Renew state permit every 5 years
Check the Firearm and Pistol Permit FAQ on the links page for CT DPS information. See the map at the bottom of this page to find out where your pistol permit is accepted.


Restrictions:
Pursuant to Connecticut General Statutes, Sections 29-28, 29-32, 29-36f and 29-36I and Federal Public Law 104-208, s. 658: Applications covered by these instructions will not be issued or be renewed, if:

You have a FELONY CONVICTION in any jurisdiction:

You have a MISDEMEANOR CONVICTION in Connecticut of one of the following crimes:
1. Illegal possession of controlled or hallucinogenic substances, as specified under C.G.S. 21a-279 (c)
2. Criminally negligent homicide - 53a-58
3. Assault in the third degree - 53a-61
4. Assault of a victim 60 or older in the third degree - 53a-61a
5. Threatening- 53a-62
6. Reckless endangerment in the first degree - 53a-63
7. Unlawful restraint in the second degree - 53a-96
8. Riot in the first degree - 53a-175
9. Riot in the second degree - 53a-176
10. Inciting to riot - 53a-178
11. Stalking in the second degree - 53a-181d

Or you were CONVICTED of a MISDEMEANOR CRIME of DOMESTIC VIOLENCE:
This means an offense that (1) is a misdemeanor under federal or state law; and (2) has, as an element, the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by a current or former spouse, parent or guardian of the victim, or by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, or by a person who is cohabiting with or who has cohabited with the victim or spouse, parent, or guardian, or by any person similarly situated to a spouse, parent or guardian of the victim.

You were discharged from custody within the preceding 20 years after having been found NOT GUILTY OF A CRIME BY REASON OF MENTAL DISEASE OR DEFECT 53a-13.

You were CONFINED TO A HOSPITAL for any psychiatric disability (17a-495) within the preceding 12 months by order of a judge of a probate court.

You are subject to a RESTRAINING ORDER or PROTECTIVE ORDER issued by a court in a case involving the use, attempted use or threatened use of physical force.

You are now subject to a Firearms Seizure Order issued pursuant to C.G.S 29-28-C, prohibiting possession of firearms.

You are an ILLEGAL ALIEN in the United States.

You are UNDER the AGE of 21 years.

You have renounced your United States citizenship.

You have been discharged from the Armed Forces under a dishonorable condition.

You are prohibited by Federal Law Section 922 (g) or (n) of Title 18 of the United States Code.

If you have any questions regarding your status, please inquire at the Special Licensing and Firearms Unit in person or by telephoning the following number: (860) 685-8290

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