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ALBANY, OREGON
Linn-Benton
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About licensing
The Civil Division is responsible for processing and issuing concealed handgun licenses to residents of Linn County for the purpose of being able to lawfully carry a handgun concealed in the State of Oregon. The licenses are good throughout Oregon, however, there are some areas that are restricted to concealed carry. There are over 4,000 persons in Linn County who are licensed to carry a handgun concealed. The division processes over 1,000 new and renewal applications per year.
Oregon laws consider concealed handgun license application information a public record. As a public record, anyone can make a request for the record without giving a reason for wanting the
The Civil Division is responsible for processing and issuing concealed handgun licenses to residents of Linn County for the purpose of being able to lawfully carry a handgun concealed in the State of Oregon. The licenses are good throughout Oregon, however, there are some areas that are restricted to concealed carry. There are over 4,000 persons in Linn County who are licensed to carry a handgun concealed. The division processes over 1,000 new and renewal applications per year.
Oregon laws consider concealed handgun license application information a public record. As a public record, anyone can make a request for the record without giving a reason for wanting the
information. There is one exception to that request that states if a release of the record would reveal or identify security measures taken to protect an individual (ORS 192.501 (23)) it does not have to be released. If you are obtaining a CHL for security reasons and want your information to remain confidential you must answer the two questions and sign the form.
Eligibility
To qualify for a concealed handgun license you must:
Eligibility
To qualify for a concealed handgun license you must:
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Be a U.S. citizen. You may apply if you are not a U.S. citizen provided that you have lived in Linn County for at least six months and have written proof that you have declared your intent to become a citizen with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service.
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Be at least 21 years old.
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Be a resident of Linn County.
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Not have any outstanding warrants for your arrest.
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Not be awaiting trial in a criminal matter or currently completing a diversion agreement. Minor traffic infractions such as speeding do not count as a criminal matter. Traffic crimes such as DUII are a criminal matter.
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Never been convicted of a felony.
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Not have been convicted of a misdemeanor within the last four years.
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Never have been convicted of a crime of domestic violence.
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Not have been found to be mentally ill under ORS 426.130.
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Not be subject to a stalking order or restraining order.
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Not be an unlawful user of, or addicted to, a controlled substance.
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Not have been discharged from the Armed Forces under dishonorable conditions.
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Not be required to register as a sex offender in any state.
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If you were under the jurisdiction of the juvenile court for certain offenses, it must be more than four years since discharge.
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You must show written proof of competence with a handgun as defined by statutes.
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Pass a background check.
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Proof of Competency
The following are accepted as proof of competency:
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Completion of a hunter safety course approved by the Department of Fish and Wildlife.
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Completion of any N.R.A. firearms safety course.
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Completion of any firearms safety course given by N.R.A. certified instructors.
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Completion of any law enforcement firearms safety course.
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Written evidence of experience with a handgun through participation in organized shooting competition.
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Written evidence of experience with a handgun through military service.
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NOTE: Due to differing requirements, an out of state concealed handgun license may not satisfy the competency requirements
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Application Process
Applications may be obtained from the Sheriff`s Office or downloaded from this website. You may apply Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Civil Division office located in Room 317 at the Linn County Courthouse, 300 SW 4th Ave., Albany.
You must bring your proof of competency at the time of application. The fee is $50 payable by cash, check, or money order. We do not accept credit cards. There is also a $15 fee to process your fingerprints if you have never had a license before. This must be paid in a check or money order made payable to Oregon State Police.
Concealed Handgun License forms:
Concealed Handgun License Application
Confidential Notice
