FIREARMS UNIT - LICENSE TO CARRY PERMIT/LICENSE TO SELL

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Online process to apply for LTC permits

Applications can be submitted at the following link: 

https://lancasterpa.permitium.com/ccw/start 


License to Carry Permit Details:


You may also apply in person at the Sheriff's located at 50 North Duke Street, Lancaster, PA, between the hours of 8:30 AM and 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays when the courthouse is closed. Credit card payments made online, or in the office on one of our computer tablets, will be assessed a convenience fee of $7.16 by our permit vendor for a total of $27.16. If you wish to submit your application using one of our computer tablets in our office and pay by cash or money order, the fee will be $20.00. If you would like to submit a paper application, the fee is $20.00, payable by cash or money order. Money orders must be made payable to the Lancaster County Sheriff's Office. We do not accept personal checks. 

*Paper applications will only be accepted in person at the office and will not be processed on the same day. For your convenience, please consider the efficient option of an online application.  

A few reminders for when you appear at the Sheriff’s Office to have your permit issued:

  • You must present a current and valid driver's license or government-issued photo ID.
  • The address displayed on your driver's license or photo ID must match the address on your LTC application (a change of address card is acceptable with a valid driver's license or photo ID).
  • Post Office box numbers are not acceptable.

Note: By order of court, electronic devices are not permitted in the courthouse facility. Lockers or device bags are provided, free of charge, in the lobby of the courthouse so you may securely store your electronic devices. If you need any assistance with or have any questions about the permit application process, please contact the Sheriff's Office at 717-299-8200.


License to Sell

Applications for License To Sell Firearms for gun dealers. This application can be printed and filled out but must be brought to the Office for processing. 

Notice: The furnishing of false information on a signed application or offering false evidence of identity is a violation of Title 18, Section 4904. The Sheriff has the authority and reserves the right to revoke a permit for character and reputation.


FORMS/RESOURCES:

PICS Challenge Form

Concealed Carry License Reciprocity-PA Office of Attorney General


As a staunch supporter of the 2nd Amendment, I believe it is your right to own and bear arms but if you have children, gun safety must be a top priority. Please follow the link below to learn more: 

https://eddieeagle.nra.org