How to Obtain a Conceal Carry Permit Arkansas

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Arkansas residents concerned about safety can seek a license allowing them to legally carry a concealed handgun for self-defense. The concealed carry permits, which are granted by the state police, are valid for five years. Successful applicants must pass state and federal background checks, declare allegiance to the United States and Arkansas constitutions, and complete firearms safety training in order to obtain an Arkansas conceal carry permit.

Steps

Be 21 years of age or older, a citizen of the United States, and an Arkansas resident for at least 90 days.

Go to the Arkansas State Police website. Download the concealed handgun carry license application. Other information about the license is available on the website. You can opt to fill out an online application for an Arkansas concealed carry permit on the state police website. The site accepts payment via credit cards and eChecks. The online cost is slightly higher due to a portal processing fee.Obtain a Conceal Carry Permit Arkansas Step 2Bullet1.jpg

Review and complete the application for the Arkansas concealed carry permit.

Write a check for the application fee or obtain a money order payable to the Arkansas State Police. This also covers the cost of state and federal background checks. The fees are non-refundable.

Complete a firearms safety course approved by the state police and obtain your training certificate. You must show proficiency with a handgun on a firing range to pass the training course. Search the state police website for approved instructors in your area.

Obtain a full set of your fingerprints from an expert technician. You can get fingerprinted at a police station, at a private firm with a trained technician, or during your firearms safety course.

Mail a packet including the concealed carry application form, payment, fingerprints, and training certificate to: Arkansas State Police, CHCL Section, 1 State Police Plaza Drive, Little Rock, Arkansas, 72209.