Q: Do I have to make an appointment to apply for a conceal carry license?
A: No. Effective May 2, 2022 appointments are no longer required.
Q: Which counties can apply to Clermont for their conceal carry license?
A: We accept applicants who are residents of Clermont, Hamilton, Warren, Clinton, and Brown counties.
Q: Do I have to bring a passport style photo for the application if I am a renewal applicant?
A: No. Only NEW applicants are required to bring a passport style photo.
Q: How do I change my address on my conceal carry license?
A: #1- By law you are only required to notify us within 30 days of the change. You can do this by mailing or faxing us the address change form from our website. We will update the information in our system. You will not receive an updated license this way.
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#2- If you prefer to have the change updated on your conceal carry license you can walk in 9:00-4:00 Monday-Friday or schedule an appointment through the CCW calendar. It is $15.00 to get an updated license. We will also update the information in our system.
Q: How do I change my name on my conceal carry license?
A: You are required to notify us of this change and also have it updated on your license. You can do this by coming to our office 9:00-4:00 Monday-Friday or schedule an appointment through the CCW calendar. It is $15.00 to get an updated license. We will also update the information in our system. Please bring documents showing proof of the name change.
Q: Once I take the training course for conceal carry, how long is the certificate good for?
A: You have three years from the date issued to use your certificate to apply for a conceal carry license. Some course instructors tell participants a different amount of time that your certificate will be good for, however, our office accepts them for three years.
Q: If I need to renew my conceal carry license, do I need to retake the training course?
A: No. Even if your latest conceal carry license has expired, you do not need to retake the training course.
Q: Is there a penalty to renew if I let my conceal carry license expire?
A: No. You will still apply as a renewal applicant and there is no penalty.
Q: Can I carry a weapon if my license has expired?
A: Once your license has expired you have a 30 day grace period in which you can still carry. After that grace period you can no longer carry concealed until you receive a renewal license.
Q: If I live out of state can I apply for an Ohio conceal carry license?
A: If you live outside of the state but currently work in Clermont County or an adjoining county, you may apply. Please provide proof of employment at the time of application. You may also apply If you live outside of the state but have maintained residency in Clermont County or an adjoining county. Please provide proof of residency at the time of application.