How do I get a concealed carry permit in Minnesota?

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

Minnesota regulates concealed carry under the Minnesota Personal Protection Act, Minn. Stat. § 624.714 , administered by the sheriff of the county where the applicant resides. 1. Eligibility (§ 624.714 subd. 2) - At least 21 years old . - Minnesota resident (or non-resident with substantial connection to Minnesota for non-resident permit). - U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident. - Not prohibited from possessing a firearm under state or federal law. - No felony or "crime of violence" conviction. - No drug or alcohol commitment in past 10 years. - Not subject to a domestic abuse order for protection. 2. Training Requirement (§ 624.714 subd. 2a) - State-certified firearms training course — typically 8 hours classroom + live-fire qualification with at least 20 rounds. - Course must be taught by an instructor certified by the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA). - Refresher training required for every renewal. 3. Application - Apply at your county sheriff's office . - Submit application form, training certificate, two passport photos, and fee. 4. Fees - $100 initial (set by statute). - $75 renewal. 5. Processing - 30 days by statute (§ 624.714 subd. 5). 6. Restricted Locations (§ 624.714 subd. 17 and § 609.66) - K-12 schools, courthouses, jails, child care centers, federal buildings, state-licensed gambling facilities, and posted private property (using statutorily prescribed sign at primary entrance). 7. Reciprocity - Minnesota recognizes permits from a relatively narrow list of 16-20 states with substantially similar standards (BCA publishes the list). 8. Renewal - Valid 5 years ; renewal with refresher training required. This is legal information, not legal advice.

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Minnesota regulates concealed carry under the Minnesota Personal Protection Act, Minn. Stat. § 624.714, administered by the sheriff of the county where the applicant resides.

1. Eligibility (§ 624.714 subd. 2)

At least 21 years old.

Minnesota resident (or non-resident with substantial connection to Minnesota for non-resident permit).

U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.

Not prohibited from possessing a firearm under state or federal law.

No felony or "crime of violence" conviction.

No drug or alcohol commitment in past 10 years.

Not subject to a domestic abuse order for protection.

2. Training Requirement (§ 624.714 subd. 2a)

State-certified firearms training course — typically 8 hours classroom + live-fire qualification with at least 20 rounds.

Course must be taught by an instructor certified by the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA).

Refresher training required for every renewal.

3. Application

Apply at your county sheriff's office.

Submit application form, training certificate, two passport photos, and fee.

4. Fees

$100 initial (set by statute).

$75 renewal.

5. Processing

30 days by statute (§ 624.714 subd. 5).

6. Restricted Locations (§ 624.714 subd. 17 and § 609.66)

K-12 schools, courthouses, jails, child care centers, federal buildings, state-licensed gambling facilities, and posted private property (using statutorily prescribed sign at primary entrance).

7. Reciprocity

Minnesota recognizes permits from a relatively narrow list of 16-20 states with substantially similar standards (BCA publishes the list).

8. Renewal

Valid 5 years; renewal with refresher training required.

This is legal information, not legal advice.