Concealed Handgun Permit application

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 where the firearm is to be used.

The sheriff and his staff are required to follow strict state guidelines when performing the necessary background checks for Concealed Handgun Permits (CHP). Due to the nature of the detailed due diligence, appointment times and processing times can take multiple weeks. During the application process, you will be required to schedule an appointment for New, Renewal, and Name Change applications. Please note that you will be asked to pay now to reserve your appointment.

The application must be submitted to the Sheriff of the County or City and County in which the applicant resides or to the Sheriff of the County or City and County in which the applicant maintains a secondary residence or owns or leases real property used by the applicant in a business. 

• For a NEW CONCEALED HANDGUN PERMIT, you will be asked to schedule a fingerprint appointment.
• If you are applying for a CONCEALED HANDGUN PERMIT RENEWAL, you may not apply until 120 business days prior to the expiration date shown on your current CONCEALED HANDGUN PERMIT.
• LATE RENEWAL applications will be accepted up to 6 months after the expiration date shown on the current Concealed Handgun Permit. If your permit is more than 6 months expired then you must submit a new application, to include a valid training certificate less than 10 years old. 
• If your Concealed Handgun Permit is lost, stolen, or destroyed, you must contact the agency where the permit was issued within 3 business days.

PAYMENT IS DUE AT THE TIME OF SUBMITTING THE ONLINE APPLICATION. Minimal processing fees may apply.

• The fee for a new application is $102.50.
• Renewal application fees are $48.00.
• A late fee of $15.00 will be added to the renewal application if the permit is expired less than 6 months. Please note, if your permit has expired, you may no longer carry concealed.
• Name change fees are $15.00.

Start Application

Please use the new online service to schedule future appointments, submit your application, and pay at your convenience. 

Have a copy of your Colorado Government photo ID and training certificate ready.

All appointments are scheduled through the online application process.

Hours

• Monday - Friday
• 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (excluding holidays)

Location

215 Rice Street
Grand Junction, CO 81501

When you arrive for your scheduled appointment

• Please allow at least 30 minutes to complete the in-person application process. You will be fingerprinted and a photo will be taken. You must bring a valid government-issued picture ID.
• It may take up to 90 days to complete your application. You will receive an email or text notification when your permit is ready to pick up.
• Fees are non-refundable.