By Appointment Only
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As the Local Authority, Temporary 60-day State Pistol Permits are processed through the First Selectman’s Office/Civilian Chief of Police.
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Pistol Permit Applications (DPS-799-C) may be obtained in person at the First Selectman’s Office, Portland Police Station, or online the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection website.
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First, a local criminal history background check is performed. Then upon local approval, your fingerprint cards are mailed to the Connecticut State Police Bureau of Investigation (SPBI) for an in-depth criminal history search.
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Upon SPBI approval, you will be contacted by the First Selectman's Office (local authority) which shall issue you the 60-day Temporary State Pistol Permit - please allow for approximately 8-13 weeks to be notified. Within the 60-day period you must proceed in person to the DESPP Division of State Police to apply for the permanent State Pistol Permit. Your photograph will be taken at DESPP.
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Instructions for 60-day Temporary State Pistol Permit Paperwork
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First, a local criminal history background check is performed. Then upon approval, your fingerprint cards are mailed to the Connecticut State Police Bureau of Investigation for an in-depth criminal history search.
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Upon SPBI approval, you will be contacted by the First Selectman's Office (local authority) which shall issue you the 60-day Temporary State Pistol Permit - please allow for approximately 8 weeks to be notified.
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Within the 60-day period you must proceed in person to the DESPP Division of State Police to apply for the permanent State Pistol Permit. Your photograph will be taken at DESPP.
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