Hours C.H.L. Applications Accepted:

Tuesday & Thursday 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM, by appointment only.

Closed from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.  To schedule an appointment please call Deputy Vicki Hall at 740-773-1186 Ext. 164 or direct 740-779-1931.
Business Office:

28 North Paint Street
Chillicothe, OH 45601
740-773-1186   Ext. 164
Deputy Vicki  L. Hall, vhall@rosssheriff.com

List of NRA Instructors in our area click HERE.

Ohio Attorney General  Concealed Carry Webpage CCW Application

Printable Version of the Handbook

Information & Documents Needed to Apply:

Be at least 21 years of age.
Complete the required 8 hour course to obtain your Certificate of Competency.

To obtain a C.H.L. permit, first time Applicants must:

*    Make an appointment with Deputy Vicki L. Hall.
*    Bring your original Certificate of Competency or prior equivalent documentation
*    Completed Application ( Pickup a copy at the Sheriff's Office or go online to the above link.)
*    A 2x2 passport photo taken within 30 days.
*    A valid drivers license or State ID.
*    Pass a criminal background and mental competency check.
*    Pay the non-refundable fee (money order or cashiers check ONLY, payable to the Ross County Sheriff's Office:)
             * $67.00 New
             * $50.00 Renewal
             * $37.00 Emergency
             * An additional $10.00 for a FBI Background Check (if not an Ohio resident for the last 5 years.) 

Documents needed for renewal:

*     Read the current Ohio Concealed Carry Laws and License handbook.
*     Completed Application
*     Your Concealed Handgun License.
*     Valid Identification
*     $50.00 Renewal fee  (money order or cashiers check ONLY), payable to the Ross County Sheriff's Office