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09) CCW

Concealed carry permits will be processed and issued at the Callaway County Sheriff's Office during normal business hours, Monday through Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, with the exception of holidays, as the business office is closed.

For citizens to obtain a Callaway County concealed carry permit:

Must be at least 19 years of age
Primary residence is in Callaway County
Have proof of training that meets the state statute requirements RSMO 571.111
Must have signed CCW Instructor's Certificate from the CCW course taken
Must have a valid Driver's License. If your driver's license does NOT have your current Callaway County address, please provide a piece of mail to verify that you reside in Callaway County.
Must not have been convicted of a felony
Must not have been convicted of two DWIs in the last five years
Must not have been convicted of misdemeanor drug related charges in the last five years.
Must not have been convicted of one or more misdemeanor assaults or related violent charges, including domestic assaults in the last five years
Effective 08/28/2012 per House Bill 1647 lowers the Right - to - Carry age requirement from 21 to 18 years old for active duty military (who are residents of or stationed in Missouri), removes penalties for an accidental exposure of a firearm by a concealed carry endorsement holder, and establishes a process for restoration of firearm rights for those currently prohibited.
Effective 8/28/2013 the Missouri Department of Revenue no longer issues concealed carry permits.

Citizens wishing to apply for a concealed carry permit need to bring a $89.00 cash, cashier's check, or money order (NO personal checks or credit / debit cards) made payable to the Callaway County Sheriff Office.

CCW permit renewals have to be obtained every FIVE (5) years (effective 8/28/2013) from the date of issue. Renewal fees are $50.00 (cash only!). Pursuant to state law, should a permit be expired greater than six months, it shall be cancelled.

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If you have any other questions please call 573-592-2457 or Email Danielle Gathright.