How do I get a concealed carry permit in Indiana?

Q: How do I get a concealed carry permit in Indiana?

Indiana's handgun carry framework is set out in I.C. § 35-47-2-3 (License to Carry Handgun) and was amended by HEA 1296 (2022) to authorize permitless carry. 1. Permitless Carry (I.C. § 35-47-2-1.5) - Effective July 1, 2022 . - Adults 18+ not prohibited from possessing a firearm under state or federal law may carry a handgun openly or concealed without a license. 2. Why Get an Optional LTCH? - Required for reciprocity with 35+ states. - Bypasses NICS check at point of sale. - Required to carry on certain properties (e.g., some employers, school grounds with restrictions). 3. LTCH Eligibility (§ 35-47-2-3) - At least 18 years old . - Indiana resident. - No felony conviction. - No domestic violence misdemeanor. - No history of involuntary mental health commitment. - Of "good character and reputation" — language remains in the statute though enforcement is shall-issue post-2022. 4. No Training Required - Indiana does not require a firearms training course for the LTCH. 5. Application - Apply online through the Indiana State Police (ISP) . - Submit fingerprints at an approved location; local law enforcement endorses application before ISP final review. 6. Fees - 5-year LTCH : $0 application fee (statutory fee waived 2022) + ~$50 fingerprinting. - Lifetime LTCH : $75 (with current 5-year) or $125 (without). 7. Processing - 60 days by statute (§ 35-47-2-3(i)). 8. Restricted Locations - Schools, courthouses, polling places, federal buildings, casinos, and posted private property. 9. Renewal - 5-year LTCH renewable; lifetime LTCH does not require renewal. This is legal information, not legal advice.

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Indiana's handgun carry framework is set out in I.C. § 35-47-2-3 (License to Carry Handgun) and was amended by HEA 1296 (2022) to authorize permitless carry.

1. Permitless Carry (I.C. § 35-47-2-1.5)

Effective July 1, 2022.

Adults 18+ not prohibited from possessing a firearm under state or federal law may carry a handgun openly or concealed without a license.

2. Why Get an Optional LTCH?

Required for reciprocity with 35+ states.

Bypasses NICS check at point of sale.

Required to carry on certain properties (e.g., some employers, school grounds with restrictions).

3. LTCH Eligibility (§ 35-47-2-3)

At least 18 years old.

Indiana resident.

No felony conviction.

No domestic violence misdemeanor.

No history of involuntary mental health commitment.

Of "good character and reputation" — language remains in the statute though enforcement is shall-issue post-2022.

4. No Training Required

Indiana does not require a firearms training course for the LTCH.

5. Application

Apply online through the Indiana State Police (ISP).

Submit fingerprints at an approved location; local law enforcement endorses application before ISP final review.

6. Fees

5-year LTCH: $0 application fee (statutory fee waived 2022) + ~$50 fingerprinting.

Lifetime LTCH: $75 (with current 5-year) or $125 (without).

7. Processing

60 days by statute (§ 35-47-2-3(i)).

8. Restricted Locations

Schools, courthouses, polling places, federal buildings, casinos, and posted private property.

9. Renewal

5-year LTCH renewable; lifetime LTCH does not require renewal.

This is legal information, not legal advice.