Frequently Asked Questions
1.
What must I do to apply for a Louisiana concealed handgun permit?
2.
How much does it cost to get a Louisiana concealed handgun permit?
3.
Can I get my money back if my application is not approved?
4.
Are permits from other states valid in Louisiana? If I have a Louisiana concealed handgun permit, can I carry my concealed handgun in other states?
5.
My permit is going to expire. What do I need to do to keep my permit valid?
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Do I have to return my old permit when I receive my renewed permit?
7.
Once I submit my application, when should I expect to receive my permit?
8.
I have moved out of state. Is my permit still valid?
9.
How long do I have to live in Louisiana before I am eligible for a permit?
10.
Are non-residents allowed to have a Louisiana concealed handgun permit?
11.
If I am in the military and just transferred here, can I get a Louisiana concealed handgun permit?
12.
How long is my Louisiana permit valid?
13.
What do I do if my permit is lost or stolen?
14.
If I move, how do I change the address on my permit?
15.
Can I carry my handgun in my vehicle?
16.
Do I have to register my handgun with the state?
17.
What is 18 USC 922 (g)?
18.
Do I need additional training if I already possess a parish permit?
19.
Do I need additional training to obtain a renewal of my concealed handgun permit?
20.
Do I need additional training if I am on active duty in the armed forces?
21.
If I used my DD214 to suffice for training on my original application, can the DD214 suffice for training on my renewal application?
22.
How can I become a registered instructor?
23.
Does a no contest or nolo contendere plea of guilty, or a conviction that has been set aside, count as a conviction as it applies to the qualifications for a Louisiana concealed handgun permit?
24.
I was arrested but the charges were dropped, do I still need an arrest disposition?
25.
I called the clerk of court to get the disposition but the court said I have no record, what do I do?
26.
Where do I get a copy of my arrest disposition?
27.
What documents must I submit if the issue date on my driver’s license is less than six months old?
28.
What should I do if I will be traveling into another state and I would like to know their handgun laws?