How to Get a Concealed Gun Permit in NYC
New York is a restrictive "may issue" state, meaning that you must demonstrate a sufficient need before a gun permit will be issued. The required justification is issued on a case-by-case basis and generally is granted in exceptional circumstances. A ballistic sample of each registered handgun in New York City will be entered into the state's ballistics database. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Ensure that you are at least 21 years of age or have received an honorable discharge from the United States Armed Forces. New York doesn't honor gun permits from any other state.
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Complete your application packet. This is available from the New York City Police Department. The primary portion of the New York City application packet will be the state application for a gun weapon permit.
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Submit the completed application packet, including your justification for requiring a permit. Bear in mind that the simple desire to possess a handgun is not a sufficient basis for approval in New York City. You also will need to provide your fingerprints and pass a background check. The police department has six months to process the application or provide a reason for the delay.
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Pay the required fees. The fees for the background check and the gun permit are set by New York County and are subject to periodic change.
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Renew your permit as determined by New York County. Your permit will be good for a specific period of time as determined by your particular case. Each renewal will require you to demonstrate that you still have a need for a gun permit.
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