How to Get a Permit to Carry a Concealed Weapon in New York
New York is a restrictive "may issue" state. A carry and conceal weapon (CCW) permit may be issued to someone who can demonstrate a sufficient need. The required justification and issuing authority varies by county. The following steps do not apply to New York City, where it is virtually impossible to obtain a CCW permit.
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Be 21 years of age or honorably discharged from the United States Armed Forces.
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Pick up an application packet from your issuing authority. This is usually the county clerk, county sheriff or a local police station. The contents of the application packet will vary by county but will include the State Application (PPB-3) for a concealed weapon permit.
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Submit the completed application packet to the location designated by your issuing authority. You also will need to provide your fingerprints, pass a background check and justify your requirement for a CCW permit. The issuing authority has six months to process your application or give a reason for the delay. Some counties also require a mental health background check.
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Pay the required fees. The fees for the background check and the license are set by the county. Some counties also charge a fee for fingerprinting.
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Renew your permit as determined by your county. Nassau, Suffolk and Westchester county permits are valid for five years. Permits from all other counties except for New York City are good for life.
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I wish I could get out of this state darn it!
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Yo, johnsonmj81, you're no LEO. You have no idea what you're talking about. Forget getting a CCL for NYC, and Long Island is a close second. General "self defense" is not considered a valid reason even if you regularly go to high crime neighborhoods. NY state is very gun unfriendly. This is what happens when you live in a very Blue, heavily Democratic, liberal state. All the politicians want to take our guns away.
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I plan to apply for my permit when I get back home. I feel that if your military qualified u should be able to carry a weapon. Terrorism can happen any time or place. Doesn't have to be a terrorist from over seas there are many sick people out their.
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Best to leave that State and let the communists keep it.
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They will use anything to deny you.
