LOCATION: Concealed Carry & Fingerprinting located next to Jail

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CHL OFFICE LOCATION: The Concealed Carry & Fingerprinting office is now located at 844 US Hwy 42 North, in the building connected to the Jail.

 

APPLICATIONS are available on the links above or in-person at the Sheriff’s Office (844 US Highway 42 North, Delaware, OH 43015).

 

To better serve citizens applying for a Concealed Carry License or renewing a Concealed Carry License, the Sheriff’s Office offers ONLINE SCHEDULING.  Individuals who wish to apply for a license to lawfully carry a concealed handgun must SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT using the red link located below. Walk-ins are NOT accepted.

 

APPOINTMENTS are held at the building connected to the Jail, 844 US Highway 42 North, Delaware. 

 

Appointment times: 

Mondays, Thursdays & Fridays 8:30 am to 2:30 pm

Wednesdays 8:30 am to 5:30 pm. 

 

Please DO NOT bring firearms with you!

 

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Please bring the following with you to your appointment. 

New Applicants:

  •  A completed application
  • One passport size photo
  • A copy of your certificate of completing your 8 hour course
    • If using Military or OPOTA training please provide a copy of DD214 or OPOTA certificate, respectively
  • A valid driver’s license or state ID
  • A self-addressed, stamped envelope
  • If not a permanent Ohio resident, proof of temporary residence [e.g. pay stub (with Ohio employer address), lease, utility bill, etc.
  • Cash or Money Order only to cover the fee
    • If you have lived in Ohio for the last five years - $67
    • If you have lived outside of Ohio in the last five years - $77

 

Renewals: You can renew 90 days prior to your license expiring or any time after it expires. There is no penalty for letting your license expire; you do not have to take another class.

  • A completed application
  • One passport size photo
  • Current CCW license
  • A valid driver’s license or state ID
  • A self-addressed, stamped envelope
  • If not a permanent Ohio resident, proof of temporary residence [e.g. pay stub (with Ohio employer address), lease, utility bill, etc.]
  • Cash or Money Order only to cover the fee
    • If you have lived in Ohio for the last five years - $50
    • If you have lived outside of Ohio in the last five years - $60

 
For questions regarding the issuance of a concealed carry license, contact us at (740) 833-2801 or at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
 

Fingerpinting Services for a Background Check (example: for employment, adoption, etc.)

All fingerprinting will be completed at the Concealed Carry office, 844 US Hwy 42 North, Delaware.

 

TUESDAYS ONLY 8:30 am to 2:00 pm - No appointment needed.

 

You need to know whether you require BCI fingerprints, FBI fingerprints - or both.

 

Please bring the following with you:

  • Exact address of where results should be mailed
  • A valid driver's license or state ID
  • Social Security Number (just the number, no card needed)
  • Fee: Cash or money order only

o   BCI only or FBI only $40

o   BCI and FBI $70

o   Ink cards $10

If you have questions regarding background checks, please call (740) 833-2801.

 

Please note: If Tuesdays are not convenient, the City of Delaware Police Department offers this same service on Thursdays, located at 70 N. Union St., Delaware, OH 43015.
 
 

 

 

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