DO NOT BRING YOUR FIREARM WITH YOU WHEN APPLYING FOR OR PICKING UP YOUR CONCEALED HANDGUN LICENSE!

Concealed Handgun License

Click here to see important information on Senate Bill 215, Ohio Constitutional Carry.

 

 

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

 

Conceal Handgun Helpful Links:
Buckeye Firearms Association
Nation Rifle Association