Instructions to Applicants for your Connecticut State Pistol Permit
The guidelines for obtaining both a local and CT state pistol permit are contained in C.G.S., sec. 29-28, 29-28a, and 28-29.

Applicants must be at least 21 years old and be a legal resident of the United States. Persons convicted of a felony or any one of 11 misdemeanor offenses detailed in the statute are ineligible to receive a permit. Persons convicted as a delinquent for the commission of a serious juvenile offense (as defined in section 46b-120); persons discharged from custody within the preceding twenty years after having been found not guilty of a crime by reason of mental disease or defect (pursuant to section 53a-13); persons confined in a hospital for persons with psychiatric disabilities (as defined in section 17a-495), within the preceding 12 months by order of a probate court; persons subject to a restraining or protective order issued by a court in a case involving the use, attempted use or threatened use of physical force against another person; persons subject to a firearms seizure order issued pursuant to C.G.S. 29-38c after notice and hearing; and any person who is an alien illegally or unlawfully in the United States, are prohibited from obtaining a pistol permit.

The cost for obtaining a pistol permit is $70.00. The permit is good for a period of five years. The application paperwork may be obtained from a local police department, city or town hall or first selectman's office in the case of a local permit, or any state police barracks in the case of a state pistol permit.
This information is available on the State of Connecticut DPS website and our Info Page

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How do I get a pistol permit to carry a gun in the State of Connecticut?

In order to get a State Permit to Carry Pistols and Revolvers you must first obtain a Local Permit. Out of state residents may apply for a non resident Connecticut State Pistol Permit. Non residents apply directly to the Connecticut State Police. Call 860-685-8494 to have an application mailed out.

How do I apply for a Local Pistol Permit (Temporary State Pistol Permit)?

You must go to the Police Department or First Selectman of the town and get the application. The application has all the instructions necessary to obtain the permit. The cost of the permit is $70.00, and it generally takes eight weeks to obtain.

How do I get a permit to carry a gun for the State of Connecticut?

In order to get a State Permit to Carry Pistols and Revolvers you must first obtain a Local Permit. Out of state residents may apply for a non resident Connecticut State Pistol Permit. Non residents apply directly to the Connecticut State Police.  Call 860-685-8494 to have an application mailed out.

How do I apply for a Local Permit?

You must go to the Police Department or First Selectman of the town and get the application. The application has all the instructions necessary to obtain the permit. The cost of the permit is $70.00, and it generally takes eight weeks to obtain.

What is required for me to obtain a pistol permit in Connecticut?

Our NRA Basic Pistol Safety class is mandated as a prerequisite. After successfully completing our NRA class, you then fill out the application and return the application to the police department with the NRA certificate we give you. Once they complete a background check, you will be issued a Temporary 60 day Connecticut Pistol Permit. After obtaining the temporary permit, you then go to the Bridgeport State Police Barracks, or the Department of Public Safety in Middletown. There, you will be photographed and issued your permanent Connecticut Pistol Permit, which is valid for 5 years.

Once I have received a Local Permit, how do I apply for a State Permit?

You can apply at the following State Police Troops or at the Department of Public Safety to fill out the application and have your photo taken. You must bring a copy of your Local Permit, a check or money order for $70.00, made out to D.P.S. and a current photo I.D., such as a drivers license.

How do I change my address on my Pistol Permit?

A person holding a state or local pistol permit is required to notify the issuing authority within two business days of any change of address. Persons holding state pistol permits may contact SLFU at (860) 685-8290 to update their address. The unit is open during normal business hours Monday through Friday of each week. A change of address may also be filed via email at DPS.Spec.Licensing@po.state.ct.us or by mailing a letter to Department of Public Safety, Special Licensing and Firearms Unit, P.O. Box 2794, Middletown, CT.06457. Include your name, permit number, old address and new address..

 How long is a Permit to Carry Pistols and Revolvers good for?

The permit is valid for 5 years from date of issue unless revoked or suspended.

Who may purchase a handgun?

Only those people who are Permit holders, Eligibility Certificate holders, or sworn Police Officers may purchase a handgun.

After my Permit expires in 5 years, am I required to retake the NRA Basic Pistol Safety Class and reapply for my permit?

No, your permit is renewed in person at the two aforementioned locations within 90 days of the expiration date. A fee of $35 is due at that time. Retaking the NRA class is not required as long as you do not allow your permit to expire.

What do I do if my pistol permit is lost or stolen?

Any time a pistol permit is lost or stolen the person should first contact police in the area where the theft or loss occurred and file a police report. The person should then contact the issuing authority and notify them of the theft or loss. Failure to notify the issuing authority may result in the revocation of your permit. SLFU can be contacted at (860) 685-8494 to report the loss or theft of a state pistol permit.

A person may replace a lost or stolen pistol permit by appearing in person at state police headquarters or any one of the four state police troop locations where pistol permits are processed. A list of the locations and business hours is provided above. A $5.00 processing fee is collected for issuance of a duplicate permit. The fees are payable via check or money order made out to the Commissioner of Public Safety. Cash is not accepted.

What does my Connecticut Pistol Permit allow me to do with a firearm?

The permit allows you to purchase, transport and carry a handgun on your person within all legal guidelines of the law. You can find information about Connecticut's statutes regarding pistol permits at: The Connecticut Special Licensing and Firearms Unit Frequently Asked Qustions about Pistol Permits Website.

Does my Connecticut permit allow me to carry a handgun in other states besides Connecticut?

In general, your Connecticut permit only allows you to carry a handgun in Connecticut. However, there are some states that offer reciprocal carry privileges to holders of Connecticut permits. For information on states offering reciprocity, visit our Pistol Permit Info Pages

What is State of Connecticut Guard Card Training?

Taken from Public Act 08-73

[Any] No person hired or otherwise engaged to perform work as a security officer, as defined in section 29-152u, as amended by this act, shall [be licensed as] perform the duties of a security officer prior to [a security service making application to register the security officer with] being licensed as a security officer by the Commissioner of Public Safety. [The employee]
Each applicant for a license shall complete a minimum of eight hours training in the following areas: Basic first aid, search and seizure laws and regulations, use of force, basic criminal justice and public safety issues. The training shall be approved by the commissioner in accordance with regulations adopted pursuant to section 29-161x, as amended by this act.

The Pistol Permit site is here to provide NRA Basic Pistol Courses, to the qualified individuals. Pistol Permit Training Classes are required to obtain a CT, MA and FL Non-Resident State Pistol Permit. The courses we offer are required for a Pistol Permit in MA, Massachusetts Connecticut and Florida.
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