Concealed Carry
Concealed Carry applications are accepted Monday - Friday 10:00am-2:00pm (excluding holidays). Applicants can complete the necessary form and schedule an appointment by visiting https://athensoh.permitium.com/ccw/start.
We encourage you to complete the online application ahead of time, but our office will also accept walk-in applicants during the hours of 10:00am- 2:00pm. We do not accept cash. Fees are payable by check, money order, or credit/debit card. A nominal card transaction fee will be charged for each transaction. Charges will be viewable prior to transaction completion. DO NOT BRING FIREARMS INTO THE SHERIFF'S OFFICE.
Original License (Applicant has been a resident of Ohio for five years) $67.00
Original License (Applicant has been a resident of Ohio for less than five years) $77.00
Renewal License (Applicant has been a resident of Ohio for five years) $50.00
Renewal License (Applicant has been a resident of Ohio for less than five years) $60.00
Replacement License $15.00
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If you are applying for a CCW RENEWAL, you may not apply until 90 days prior to the expiration date shown on your current CCW.
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In person fingerprinting is required for both new and renewal Concealed Carry Weapon Permits.
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All fees are waived for military veterans with proof of honorable discharge. Thank you for your service!
CCW Instructors
We request the following information be on the training certificates you provide to your students:
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Name, Phone Number, and Location of Training Company
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Name of Instructor with NRA or OPOTA Number
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Name of Student
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Date of Course Completion
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A statement that the course meets or exceeds the statutory requirements of ORC 2923.125
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A statement that the student has completed six hours of academic classroom training and two hours of live firing range training
For additional assistance, please contact Deputy Chris McCauley
of the Athens County Sheriff's Office at 740-566-4302 or cmccauley@athenssheriff.com.