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| TENNESSEE CONCEALED CARRY COURSE |
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| The course is a 8 hour course and
is generally run on Saturdays, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The cost of the
course is $75.00. Prepayment of the course is required for class
registration. This course takes the novice through the steps needed to
meet the requirements for a TN HANDGUN CARRY PERMIT. The largest portion
of time is spent in the classroom with videos, lecture, and discussion.
There is a written test on which a score of 70% or better is required to
pass. The test is multiple choice and true/false and covers basic, common
sense firearms safety and handling. There are restroom breaks and a break
for lunch. The range qualification consists of firing 50 rounds of
ammunition. A score of 70% or better is required to pass. (The 8-ring and
inward is considered to be shooting 100%.) We strongly recommend
applicants qualify with the gun and ammo they intend to carry, but there
is no requirement to do so. You may qualify with a .22 and carry a .44!
But, this NOT recommended. It is recommended that class attendees bring
their own firearm. (See Equipment Requirement Page.) Due to the
requirements placed on us, by the state, we do not have time to make you a
proficient shooter, if you are not already competent. Before carrying a
handgun for personal protection, we very much recommend that you, AT THE
VERY LEAST, take a Basic Firearms Safety & Handling class, if you have
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The information
presented is correct, to the best of our knowledge and belief. You should
contact an Attorney or the Department of Safety for legal interpretation.
Permits are issued ONLY to residents of Tennessee and are valid in all 95
counties, subject to restrictions, which are covered in our class. See
Pending Bill and Legislative Updates for the most current
information.
Sponsored by: Tennesssee Firearms Association,
Inc.
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| FIRST TIME HANDGUN CARRY PERMIT |
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Effective July 1, 1997, the state
law regarding obtaining a handgun carry permit changed. Following are the
requirements for obtaining this permit:
- You must have an original certificate of completion of a certified
handgun safety course.
- The course must have been completed within the previous six months
of making application.
- You must have your fingerprints taken. This will be performed by a
Driver License Examiner for the purpose of conducting a TBI and FBI
Criminal History Records Check.
- You must have a photograph taken. A Driver License Examiner will
also do this.
- You must pay the appropriate fee with the completed application
form. The fee is $115.00 for an original application. Only cash or
certified check made payable to the TN Department of Safety will be
accepted.
- Dodd & Associates will provide applications to you.
- The fee is non-refundable.
- Be aware of the DOMESTIC VIOLENCE LAW. If you have a MISDEMEANOR
conviction, you may not be eligible for the permit. The conviction "may"
void your current permit, deny you the right to purchase additional
firearms and could jeopardize your current ownership of firearms. Check
with your attorney to see how this might affect you.
You must
make an appointment at one of the 20 designated Driver License Stations to
submit the aforementioned. The state anticipates a minimum of 60 days to
process applications and issue the applicant's permit. The actual
processing time will be dependent on the response of the Tennessee Bureau
of Investigation and the Federal Bureau of Investigations to perform the
fingerprint check. |
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| RENEWAL OF HANDGUN PERMIT |
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Prior to expiration of the applicant's
handgun carry permit, the applicant must:
- Submit a fully completed application.
- Have a photograph taken by a Driver License Examiner.
- Submit the proper fee of $50.00 (cash or certified check made
payable to the TN Department of Safety.
- Even if you are one day late, you will have to apply as a NEW
applicant!
Applicants must be 21 years of age and a resident
of Tennessee. Applicants must not be prohibited from purchasing or
possessing a firearm in this state or any other state or by federal law.
Applicants must also meet all other requirements related to the
application. After issuance, the permit will be valid for 4 years and
shall entitle the permit holder to carry any handgun(s), which the permit
holder legally owns or possesses. The permit holder must have the permit
with him when carrying a handgun and display the permit on demand of a law
enforcement officer. Prior to expiration of the permit, it will be the
permit holder's responsibility to apply for renewal.
Any permit
issued before October 1, 1996, by County Sheriffs will remain valid until
the date of expiration. However, current permit tees may "trade in" their
two-year permit cards to DOS after October 1, 1996 in exchange for a
four-year permit. The process will be handled as if it were a renewal,
i.e., a $50.00 charge will accompany the filing of a renewal application,
and the new card will have an expiration date extended by two years giving
the permitted a four year total.
It is no longer a requirement that
the firearm to be carried be specified by make, model, and serial number.
The training certificate will require the make, model, and caliber (not
serial number) of the firearm used for qualification. An insurance bond is
no longer required. |
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| HANDGUN CARRY PERMIT APPLICATION PROCESSING SITES |
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| The applicant
must contact one of these stations for an appointment to process their
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- Bradley County (423) 478-0346
- Hamilton County (423) 634-3127
- Knox County (423) 594-6399
- Roane County (423) 354-1257
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