To obtain a Tennessee concealed carry permit, you must complete a handgun safety course, submit an application to the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security, and pass a background check.
It typically takes around 90 days for the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security to process and issue a concealed carry permit.
Applicants must be at least 21 years old, complete a handgun safety course, and pass a background check.
Yes, applicants must be legal residents of Tennessee to obtain a concealed carry permit.
Non-residents who own property in Tennessee or who are employed in the state may be eligible to apply for a concealed carry permit.
The application fee for a concealed carry permit in Tennessee is $100 for residents and $300 for non-residents.
Yes, applicants must complete a handgun safety course taught by a certified instructor.
Tennessee law prohibits carrying a concealed firearm in certain locations such as schools, government buildings, and establishments that serve alcohol.
Concealed carry permits in Tennessee are valid for 8 years.
Yes, permit holders may apply for a renewal no earlier than six months before the expiration date of their current permit.
To renew a concealed carry permit, applicants must complete a renewal application, pay the renewal fee, and pass a background check.
There is no specific waiting period to obtain a concealed carry permit in Tennessee, but the processing time can take around 90 days.
Tennessee does not recognize out-of-state permits, so individuals must apply for a Tennessee concealed carry permit if they become residents of the state.
A concealed carry permit can be revoked if the holder becomes disqualified under state law or if the permit was issued based on false information.
Permit holders should report a lost or stolen permit to the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security and may apply for a duplicate permit.
Applicants have the right to appeal a denial of a concealed carry permit through an administrative hearing process.
