Persons Eligible – Sample

Who is eligible for a Oregon concealed handgun license?

A person may obtain a concealed handgun permit from the sheriff of his or her county of residence if the person is:

• At least 21 years of age

• Either a US Citizen or a legal resident alien for at least six months who can prove intent to become a citizen

• Has no felony convictions

• Has no misdemeanor convictions in the last four years

• Has no juvenile adjudication for a felony or misdemeanor involving violence in the last four years

• Is not on pretrial release for an offense or subject to an arrest warrant for any offense

• Is able to demonstrate completion of a handgun safety course

• Has not been found to be mentally ill

• Is not the subject of a stalking order or restraining order

• Is not required to register as a sex offender in any state

• Has not received a dishonorable discharge from the US Armed Forces

• Has not been convicted of an offense involving controlled substances or participated in a drug diversion program

• Has not had possession of less than an ounce of marijuana; where the person has two convictions

Active members of the US Armed Forces, the US National Guard, or the Oregon National Guard may renew applications by mail.

The sheriff may deny a permit if the sheriff has reasonable grounds to believe the applicant has been or is reasonably likely to be a danger to self or others, or to the community at large.

The applicant is fingerprinted and photographed by the sheriff. If a handgun permit is issued, that fact is recorded in the Oregon State Police (OSP) data system.