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General Information

Learning the laws regulating the use of firearms is a must for responsible ownership. Local regulations differ and laws vary from state to state. Citizens must check with the jurisdiction where the gun is to be used.

Alabama State Code provides that the Sheriff of a county shall issue a qualified or unlimited license to a person residing in the county, and is a suitable person to be licensed.

Pistol Permits must be obtained from the county sheriff of your county of residence.

Pricing:

The cost of a pistol permit is $20.00 for anyone age 18 to 59. The cost for persons age 60 or over is $15.00.
Permits can be issued up to five years at a time.
Select either the NEW or RENEW link to the left to start the application.

Please note the following information:

All communication regarding the status of your application, including the approval of your application, will be sent via the email address provided on the application.
The Sheriff’s Office will issue or deny a Pistol License Application within 30 days of receipt of a completed application.
The Lee County Sheriff's Office is located 1900 Frederick Road, Opelika, AL 36803-0688. Office hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
Permits may be picked up Monday thru Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm CST.
Effective Oct.1, 2022, ACT 2021-246 states Sheriff shall require an applicant to possess a valid carry concealed permit for 5 years prior to approval of issuance of lifetime non-expiring permit
Please read the requirements below before starting the application

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Pistol Permit Information

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Applicant Must:

be a resident of Lee County before you can apply for a permit with this office;
be nineteen (19) years of age or older to apply for a permit;

The Sheriff may deny a permit application if a determination has been made that the person is prohibited from the possession of a pistol or firearm pursuant to state or federal law, or has a reasonable suspicion that the person may use a weapon unlawfully or in such other manner that would endanger the person's self or others. In making such determination, the sheriff may consider whether the applicant:

Was found guilty but mentally ill in a criminal case.
Was found not guilty in a criminal case by reason of insanity or mental disease or defect.
Was declared incompetent to stand trial in a criminal case.
Asserted a defense in a criminal case of not guilty by reason of insanity or mental disease or defect.
Was found not guilty only by reason of lack of mental responsibility under the Uniform Code of Military Justice.
Required involuntary inpatient treatment in a psychiatric hospital or similar treatment facility.
Required involuntary outpatient treatment in a psychiatric hospital or similar treatment facility based on a finding that the person is an imminent danger to himself or herself or to others.
Required involuntary commitment to a psychiatric hospital or similar treatment facility for any reason, including drug use.
Is or was the subject of a prosecution or of a commitment or incompetency proceeding that could lead to a prohibition on the receipt or possession of a firearm under the laws of Alabama or the United States.
Falsified any portion of the permit application.
Has caused justifiable concern for public safety.

The Lee County Sheriff’s Office offers this online service as a convenience to the community. In addition to the permit fee, the system will charge a per transaction fee for the convenience of applying and paying for your permit online. The service fee is not collected by the Sheriff. This fee is paid to the company that provides this order, payment and processing system to the public. You do have the option of applying and paying via cash in person at the Sheriff’s office. By doing so, you will not be charged the service fee.

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For More Information, Contact:

Lee County Sheriff's Office
1900 Frederick Road
Opelika, AL 36803-0688

Phone:(334) 749-5651
Fax:(334) 749-4835
Email: lcso@leecountysheriff.org

For Technical Support, Contact:

Permitium Software
Email: help@permitium.com
Phone: (855) 642-2453

Storage of firearms and ammunition presents a unique responsibility. Children may see weapons as toys, and thieves view them as a tool for crime or an item that can be sold for quick profit. Keep all firearms locked away in a secure place.