Dwayne Carey
Boone County Sheriff
Boone County Sheriff's Department and Jail
2121 County Dr.
Columbia, MO 65201
Office (573) 875-1111
Fax (573) 874-8953

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Concealed Carry Frequently Asked Questions

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How do I get my concealed carry permit?

Where can I get the training certificate needed for concealed carry?

Where can I apply for my permit?

How much does a permit cost?

Do other states recognize a Missouri CCW permit?

Are there places in Missouri I can't carry a concealed firearm after I get my permit?

Do I have to get a CCW permit if I only want to carry a concealed firearm in my car?

I took a firearms safety course a number of years ago. Can I use that certificate to apply for a CCW permit without taking a new course?

How long will it take to get my CCW permit?

How long is my concealed carry permit valid?

Do I have to carry my certificate form with me when I have a concealed firearm?

Where can I find all of the Missouri Statutes that pertain to Concealed Carry and other weapons offenses?

Where do I go to get my CCW renewed?

When can I start the renewal process?

What is the cost of the renewal?

What do I need to bring with me to do my renewal?

Can I get the new certificate the same day?

How do I get my concealed carry permit?

Applicants must first meet eligibility requirements as specified by Missouri Statute 571.101 and complete training requirements as stated in 571.111.

Applicants can apply by presenting their firearms safety training certificate, a positive picture I.D., proof of current address, two complete sets of fingerprints and a non-refundable fee.

Applicants who are not a Natural Born Citizen of the United States or its territories will need to provide proof of U.S. citizenship. The following items are accepted as such proof.

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Where can I get the training certificate needed for concealed carry?

There are a number of private vendors who are offering this training in the area. They can be located by advertisement in the media, contact with the shooting organizations in the area and a list of vendors & instructors can be obtained from the Boone County Sheriff's Department.

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Where can I apply for my permit?

Applicants from Boone County may apply at one of the three locations listed below:

Ashland Police Department
109 E. Broadway St.
Ashland, MO 65010
Monday through Friday - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
After hours please call 573-442-6131 and ask for an officer to meet you at the Ashland Police Department

Boone County Sheriff's Department
2121 County Dr.
Columbia, MO 65202
Monday through Friday - 9:00 am to 4:30 pm
* CCW staff are off-duty on state & federal holidays; therefore, no applications are accepted at the BCSD on those days.

Hallsville Police Department
202 Hwy 124 East
Hallsville, MO 65255
Monday through Friday - 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Other hours by appointment only/Saturday & Sunday

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How much does a permit cost?

The fee for application for a CCW permit is $95.25.

The three agencies processing CCW applications in Boone County accept payment differently. The Boone County Sheriff's Department accepts payment in the following manner:

Cash, Credit, or Debit: $62.00
Check: $33.25/payable to MSHP Criminal Records Fund

Contact Ashland and Hallsville Police Departments to discuss their payment criteria.

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Do other states recognize a Missouri CCW permit?

Yes, a number of other states recognize Missouri CCW permits.

For a viewing of states that accept Missouri's endorsement you may go to the Missouri Attorney General's Office Web site at the following address:

http://ago.mo.gov/Concealed-Weapons/Concealed-Carry-Reciprocity-Missouri.htm.

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Are there places in Missouri I can’t carry a concealed firearm after I get my permit?

There are a number of places specifically named in the law in which concealed firearms are prohibited.

Missouri Statute 571.107 specifically lists locations and under what circumstances that concealed carry is prohibited. 571.107 may be viewed by visiting http://www.moga.mo.gov/statutes/C500-599/5710000107.HTM.

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Do I have to get a CCW permit if I only want to carry a concealed firearm in my car?

No. A citizen age 21 or older may carry a concealable firearm in the passenger compartment of a motor vehicle, as long as such concealable firearm is lawfully possessed.

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I took a firearms safety course a number of years ago. Can I use that certificate to apply for a CCW permit without taking a new course?

With the exception of firearms instructor or certification training, no personal firearms safety training offered prior to the passage of this law will be accepted. Firearms safety courses for application purposes must meet specific requirements by law, and must be held after 09/11/03 to be acceptable.

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How long will it take to get my CCW permit?"

That can vary, depending on the time it takes to complete the background check. However, a certificate will be issued or denied within 45 calendar days from the date of application.

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How long is my concealed carry permit valid?

The concealed carry certificate is good for a period of three years from the date of issuance.

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Do I have to carry my certificate form with me when I have a concealed firearm?

Yes. Any person issued a concealed carry certificate shall carry it at all times and shall display the certificate upon the request of any peace officer.

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Where can I find all of the Missouri Statutes that pertain to Concealed Carry and other weapons offenses?

The entire Missouri Revised Statute chapter 571 may be viewed by visiting http://www.moga.mo.gov/statutes/C571.HTM.

Section 571.101, RMSo, covers concealed carry endorsements, application requirements—approval procedures—issuance of certificates, when—record-keeping requirements—fees.

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Where do I go to get my CCW renewed?

As long as all of your information is current on your CCW Endorsement, you can file the renewal at the Boone County Sheriff's Department, the Hallsville Police Department, or the Ashland Police Department.

If your information is not current, you need to contact the agency that issued the certificate.

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When can I start the renewal process?

Applicants should begin the renewal process prior to the expiration of their CCW permit. Renewals can be done up to six months after the permit expires however, late fees will be applied at a rate of $10.00 for each month the applicant is late. If the permit is expired more than six months, the permit is canceled and the applicant must apply for an entirely new permit.

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What is the cost of the renewal?

$50.00 Cash, Credit, or Debit at the Sheriff's Department. Hallsville Police Department and Ashland Police Department will accept checks.

There is a $10.00 late fee per month after the expiration of the CCW Endorsement.

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What do I need to bring with me to file my renewal?

Your Driver's License or Non-Driver ID.

Payment is also due at the time of application.

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Can I get the new certificate the same day?

No. The renewal is a seven-day process. After the seven days you will need to return to the agency where you applied for the new certificate to sign and date it; then you have seven days to complete the process at the Department of Revenue.

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