North Carolina allows individuals aged 21 or older to carry a concealed weapon if they have a valid permit.^[2]

Though the specifics of each county’s application procedure may differ, the following generally applies:

1. The applicant must first complete an approved firearms safety and training course before applying.^[3]
2. Once the course is complete, the applicant must go to their county sheriff’s office and submit the following^[4]:
   • Valid North Carolina driver’s license or state I.D.
   • Certificate of completion for firearms training
   • Completed CCH Application form, signed under oath (form will be provided by the sheriff)
   • Completed Concealed Handgun Permit Release Form
   • The required permit and fingerprinting fees^[5]
3. The sheriff should inform the applicant within 45 days of the approval or denial of their permit.^[6]