What you need to know about the C.C.W. in Nevada:
If you are 21 years of age or older and can legally possess a firearm, you may apply for a concealed carry weapon permit (C.C.W.) in Nevada. To obtain this permit, you must complete a firearm safety course that a recognized local law enforcement, college, or national organization conducts. While carrying a firearm openly is allowed without a permit, having a C.C.W. permit enables you to carry in more locations. However, it is worth noting that convicted felons and domestic violence offenders are not eligible for the permit, and carrying a concealed weapon or open carry is prohibited in certain places under state or federal law.
To be eligible for a Nevada C.C.W. permit, you must be at least 21 years old and not prohibited from possessing a firearm under either Nevada or federal law. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department is responsible for issuing Carry Concealed Weapon permits. You can obtain the C.C.W. form online or at a police substation. The initial permit costs $100.25, and renewals cost $65.25.
To learn more about the online application process, please visit Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department – C.C.W. Permits. If you have any questions, you can call (702) 828-3271.
What are Nevada’s permit eligibility prerequisites for obtaining a C.C.W.?
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To obtain a C.C.W. permit or own a handgun in Nevada, you must meet the following requirements:
- Applicants must be 21 years old or older. Those who are active military personnel or have been honorably discharged from the military can apply at the age of 18.
- Complete an 8-hour C.C.W. class in Nevada with an NV-licensed instructor. N.R.A. courses, out-of-state courses, and military experience do not qualify.
- Pass a target qualification test.
- Not be a fugitive from justice.
- Be mentally stable and competent.
- Never have been admitted to a mental health facility or asylum.
- Habitual users of drugs or alcohol are disqualified.
- Do not have a felony criminal conviction on your record.
- May not have a misdemeanor criminal conviction for violence or threats within three years before applying.
- Cannot have a criminal conviction for stalking or domestic violence.
- Not be under a restraining order.
- Have not been dishonorably discharged from the U.S. Armed Forces.
- Be a U.S. Citizen or a Legal Resident Alien with a valid S.S. number.
- Provide a completed application and all supporting documents.
- Pay the appropriate fees.
- Answer all questions on the application honestly.
- Not having a D.U.I. (drunk driving) conviction in any state within the past five years.
What does a C.C.W. permit cost in Nevada?
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Charges for the Nevada C.C.W. permits are as follows:
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- New application | F.B.I. background – $100.25
- Renewal Application | F.B.I. background – $65.25
- Late Renewal (up to 364 days) | F.B.I. background – $80.25
- Renewal Application (more than 365 days late) – $100.25
- Name Change – $25.00
- Duplicate Permit/Late Fee/Address Change – $15.00
- Additional Fingerprint Cards for out-of-state applications are $18.00 for the first card and $2.00 for each additional card.
* Fees are non-refundable. Fees may have changed since the last update of this page, which was on 1/15/24.
Where is my Nevada C.C.W. permit valid? What is a reciprocal state?
Nevada C.C.W. Permit allows concealed carry in Nevada and other states that honor the permit. Reciprocal states mutually recognize and honor each other’s permits.
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The Nevada C.C.W. Permit has reciprocity and is valid in 32 other states, which are:
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- Alabama
- Alaska
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- Florida
- Georgia
- Idaho
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
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However, 17 states and one district do not reciprocally recognize the validity of a Nevada C.C.W. Permit within their borders. These are:
- California
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Hawaii
- Illinois
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- Nuevo México
- New York
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- Washington, D.C.
Legal Disclaimer
The content of this article is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. It may not be current or accurate and may need to be updated. It is for general informational purposes only. We make no warranties or guarantees about the information’s accuracy, completeness, or adequacy. Further, this article is not intended to provide legal advice. If you have questions about the laws of Nevada or how they apply to a specific situation, please get in touch with an attorney.
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