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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 and local guidelines when performing the necessary background checks for issuing Concealed Handgun Licenses. Due to the detailed nature involved with conducting these background checks, appointment times and processing times can take multiple weeks. During the application process, the applicant will be asked to schedule an appointment for a New, Renewal and 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 Polk County) or Change of Name | $15.00 |
- If you are applying for a NEW or TRANSFER, you will be required to book an appointment. Our appointments are held 8:00am - 11:30am MONDAYS and FRIDAYS, and 1:00pm - 4:30pm on WEDNESDAYS.
- If you are applying for a RENEWAL, CHANGE OF ADDRESS, CHANGE OF NAME or DUPLICATE, you will be required to stop by the Polk County Sheriff's Office Monday through Friday 8:00am-4:30pm to be photographed and show 2 pieces of valid ID.
- Applications are processed within forty-five (45) days upon receiving all required documents and fees 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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Concealed Handgun License Requirements: must meet ALL requirements
Requirements for Applying for a Concealed Handgun License:
NEW Concealed Handgun License OR TRANSFERRING from another county and needing to Renew:
- Two (2) pieces of current & valid identification IN YOUR LEGAL NAME – (see below)
- Proof of citizenship & residency (see below)
- Proof of firearm safety (see below)
- We will take your picture & fingerprint you
RENEWAL Concealed Handgun License:
- Two (2) pieces of current & valid identification IN YOUR LEGAL NAME – (see below)
- Proof of residency & proof of citizenship (if you have not provided it to us yet) – (see below)
- Proof of firearm safety such as your CHL (see below)
TRANSFERRING from another county (not needing to renew):
- Two (2) pieces of current & valid identification IN YOUR LEGAL NAME – (see below)
- Proof of citizenship & residency (see below)
- Proof of firearm safety (see below)
- We will take your picture & fingerprint you
CHANGE OF ADDRESS or CHANGE OF NAME:
- Two (2) pieces of current & valid identification IN YOUR LEGAL NAME – (see below)
- Proof of residency & proof of citizenship (if you have not provided it to us yet) – (see below)
- Court certified true copy of your legal name change if applicable
Required Documents
PROOF OF FIREARMS SAFETY
- Hunter education or safety course approved by the State Department of Fish and Wildlife or similar agency of another state if handgun safety was a component of the course. OREGON hunter safety course must be taken after 2014 in order to comply.
- NRA handgun training and/or safety course
- Handgun training and/or safety course available to the public and offered by law enforcement, community college, private or public institution or organization utilizing NRA certified instructors. You must provide the instructor’s NRA number if it is not on your certificate.
- Completion of any law enforcement handgun training and/or safety course offered for security guards, investigators, reserve law enforcement officers or any other law enforcement officers
- Previous Oregon CHL unless it has been revoked
- Certified law enforcement ID (active or retired), DPSST certificate of completion for a certified law enforcement position or equivalent from out of state
- Evidence of equivalent experience with a handgun through participation in an organized shooting competition
- DD214 or Military Training Letter (MUST include the word pistol, handgun or sidearm language on the document OR be designated as Military Police OR an Officer or equivalent)
IDENTIFICATION – Two pieces of current identification in your legal name are required. One must be government issued, include your full legal name and bear a photograph: driver license, state issued identification card, passport. Examples of a second form of identification include a social security card, voter registration card, credit card, hunting/fishing license, school or work lD.
PROOF OF CITIZENSHIP – Official U.S. Passport, Original or Official copy of U.S. Birth Certificate, FFS–240 Form (Military Foreign Birth), Recent N-300 Form & 6 month’s proof of residency, Original Naturalization Certificate or Tribal ID from Federally recognized Tribe
PROOF OF RESIDENCY – Current & Valid Oregon Driver’s License, Oregon Identification Card, Voter Registration Card (we accept this if you are considered a continuous traveler), Real Property Owner printout, Current Rent or Lease Agreement or Recent Oregon Tax Return
For More Information, Contact:
Polk County Sheriff's Office
Address:
850 Main St.
Dallas, OR 97338
Telephone: (503) 623-9251
Fax: (503) 623-2060
Email: sheriff.records@co.polk.or.us
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