Handgun Permits

Handgun Purchase Permit Requirements

Applicant must:

Be a citizen, a naturalized citizen or a resident alien;
Be at least 21 years of age;
Have attained at least one month’s residency in Greene County;
Provide a valid driver’s license or other picture ID provided by the state of North Carolina, with current address;
Must apply in person.
Must be able to properly complete application process.
Must provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
Must provide a list of previous addresses for the past 10 years.
Must be of good moral character.
Must not have any pending charges or unserved papers.
Must pass criminal history background check.
A criminal background check must be performed before granting of permit.

Fees

Permit to purchase a handgun costs five dollars ($5.00).

Permit to purchase a handgun is valid for a period of five (5) years from date of issue, unless your address changes.

Permit fees are due at the time the application is turned in; Fees are non refundable whether you are eligible for a permit or not.

Forms

Click and print the Handgun Purchase/Permit Application below. The form must be submitted to the Sheriff’s Office in order for your application to be processed.