General Requirements for a Concealed Handgun License (CHL) in Oregon: Be a U.S. citizen. Be at least 21 years old. Be a resident of the county in which you are applying. Not have any outstanding warrants for your arrest. Not be awaiting trial in a criminal matter or currently completing a diversion agreement. Never have been convicted of a felony. Not have been convicted of a misdemeanor within the last four years. Never have been convicted of a crime of domestic violence. Not have been found to be mentally ill under ORS 426.130. Not be subject to a stalking order or restraining order. Not be an unlawful user of, or addicted to, a controlled substance. Complete a handgun safety course.
As a certified pistol instructor, I can teach the Oregon CHL course and issue an official training certificate to use when applying for the Oregon CHL with the County Sheriff.
Send an email to
Anth@FirearmSafetyTeam.com
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County-Specific Information
Baker County:
bakersheriff.org/chl.htm
Benton County (Corvallis):
bentonor.permitium.com/ccw/start
Clackamas County:
clackamasor.permitium.com/ccw/start
Clatsop County:
clatsopcounty.gov/sheriff/page/concealed-handgun-license-application
Columbia County:
sheriff.columbiacountyor.gov/concealedhandgunlicensing
Coos County:
co.coos.or.us/sheriff/page/concealed-handgun-licensing
Crook County:
co.crook.or.us/sheriff/page/concealed-handgun-license-0
Curry County:
apps.oregon.gov/SOS/LicenseDirectory/LicenseDetail/1456
Deschutes County:
sheriff.deschutes.org/community/concealed-handgun-license/
Douglas County:
dcso.com/181/Concealed-Handguns
Gilliam County:
apps.oregon.gov/SOS/LicenseDirectory/LicenseDetail/1460
Grant County:
grantcountyoregon.net/263/Concealed-Handgun-Licensing-CHL-Permits
Harney County:
apps.oregon.gov/SOS/LicenseDirectory/LicenseDetail/1463
Hood River County:
hoodriversheriff.com/what-we-do/administrative-services/gun-licensing
Jackson County:
jacksoncountyor.gov/departments/sheriff/services/concealed_handgun_licenses.php
Jefferson County:
jeffco.net/sheriff/page/concealed-handgun-permit
Josephine County:
josephinecounty.gov/government/sheriff/civil_division/concealed_handgun_license.php
Klamath County:
klamathcounty.org/315/Concealed-Handgun-License-CHL
Lake County:
apps.oregon.gov/SOS/LicenseDirectory/LicenseDetail/1423
Lane County:
lanecounty.org/government/county_departments/sheriff_s_office/concealed_handgun_licensing
Lincoln County:
co.lincoln.or.us/714/Concealed-Handgun-Licensing
Linn County:
linnsheriff.org/services/concealed-handguns/
Malheur County:
sheriff.malheurco.org/faq/concealed-handgun-license-information/
Marion County:
co.marion.or.us/SO/Operations/Pages/chl.aspx
Morrow County:
co.morrow.or.us/sheriff/page/chl-procedures
Multnomah County:
mcso.us/how-do-i/concealed-handgun-licensing
Polk County:
co.polk.or.us/sheriff/concealed-handgun-licenses
Sherman County:
co.sherman.or.us/concealed-handgun-license/
Tillamook County:
tillamookcounty.gov/sheriff/page/concealed-weapons-permit
Umatilla County:
www.co.umatilla.or.us/sheriff/departments/sheriff/civil-1
Union County:
ucsooregon.gov/concealed-handgun-license/
Wallowa County:
co.wallowa.or.us/sheriff/page/concealed-handgun-application
Wasco County:
co.wasco.or.us/departments/sheriff/civil_process/concealed_handgun_license.php
Washington County:
washingtoncountyor.gov/sheriff/services-division/concealed-handgun-licenses
Wheeler County:
wheelercountyoregon.com/sheriffs-office
Yamhill County:
yamhillcounty.gov/706/Concealed-Handgun-Licenses
General Process
Application: Obtain and complete the CHL application form from the relevant county sheriff’s office.
Training: Provide proof of handgun safety training that meets Oregon requirements. Some counties offer their own training courses.
Documentation: Gather required documents, which typically include: Valid photo identification (e.g., driver’s license), Proof of residency (e.g., utility bill), Original or certified copy of birth certificate or US Passport.
Fingerprinting: Many counties require fingerprinting as part of the application process.
Fees: Pay the required application and processing fees.
Background Check: The sheriff’s office will conduct a background check.
Issuance: If all requirements are met and the background check is approved, the CHL will be issued.
Important Note
The information above is for general guidance only. Always consult the official website or contact the specific county sheriff’s office for the most up-to-date and accurate information.
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