Handgun Licenses
- Business:
260-244-6410 - Business Fax:
260-625-1063
In order to apply for a Handgun License:
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There is now a website where you HAVE TO start the process. The website is at: CLICK HERE FOR ONLINE APPLICATION.
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The State's information and instructions for the online application are located at: CLICK HERE FOR INSTRUCTIONS.
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It is required that you have your fingerprints scanned electronically. You will need to schedule an appointment to have this done at: CLICK HERE FOR ELECTRONIC FINGERPRINT SCHEDULING. Please note that there is a fee for this service.
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You must finish your application at the Sheriff's Department in person AFTER you have filled out the online application and had your fingerprints electronically scanned.
- You must call our office to SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT. Call 260-244-6410, option 2, Monday through Friday (excluding holidays) 8am to 3:30pm to schedule your appointment.
- You must be a resident of Whitley County. (If you live within the city limits of Columbia City, South Whitley or Churubusco, you must report to their respective Police Department)
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You must bring a valid, state issued, picture i.d. You must have your correct address on the i.d.
If you currently have a valid handgun license, and you need to CHANGE YOUR NAME, CHANGE YOUR ADDRESS, OR REQUEST A REPLACEMENT OR DUPLICATE LICENSE:
You have to log in or create an account online with the Indiana State Police, Firearms Division to complete a request for a replacement or duplicate license. Click on the link below.
For the LAWS GOVERNING HANDGUN LICENSING:
The Indiana Code that governs the handgun licensing is found in IC 35-47-2. The Indiana statutes are available at: