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2351 Morganton Boulevard SW
Lenoir, NC 28645

2351 Morganton Boulevard SW Lenoir NC 28645

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Phone: 828-758-2324

Fax: 828-759-3490

Emergency Phone: 911
Phone Numbers
- Non-Emergency Dispatch and Deputies 828-759-3492
- Gun Permits and Sheriff's Secretary 828-754-1518
- Jail 828-759-1510
  Fax: 828-759-3491
- Investigations 828-759-1554
  Fax: 828-759-3490
- Civil 828-754-0576
  Fax: 828-759-1549
- Warrants 828-759-1552
  Fax: 828-759-1549
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How do I apply for a Handgun Permit?

Handgun Permits: Only a County Sheriff is authorized under G.S. 14-402 to issue a permit to receive or purchase a handgun or crossbow when an application is submitted by a resident of his particular county. Prior to issuing a permit, the Sheriff must fully satisfy himself by affidavits, oral evidence or otherwise, that the applicant is of good moral character and that the person, firm, or corporation wants to possess the weapon for one of the following purposes:

Protection of home, business, person, family, or property
Target shooting
Collection
Hunting

The applicant need only come by the Sheriff's Office, Monday through Friday 8:30 am to 4 pm, and complete an application. There is a 3 (Business) Day Waiting Period. The cost is $5. You must provide the following information:

A valid NC Driver's License or Identification Card with the correct Caldwell County address.
Proof of Caldwell County residency for the last 6 months,
Your INS Number if applicable

You can also apply online.

How do I apply for a Concealed Carry Weapons Permit?

In order to acquire such a permit, an individual must apply to the Sheriff's Office in the county in which he resides. As a part of the application, the person must submit several items. They must complete an application, under oath, on a form provided by the Sheriff's Office. They must pay a non-refundable fee of $90.

New Concealed Carry Applicants may apply Tuesday through Thursday from 9 am to 4 pm by coming by the Sheriff's Office. Renewal Applicants may apply Monday through Friday from 9 am to 4 pm by coming by the Sheriff's Office.

The applicant must provide an original certificate of completion of an approved handgun safety course. The applicant must also provide a release that authorizes and requires disclosure to the Sheriff of any records concerning the mental health or capacity of the applicant.

You can also apply online.

The Sheriff has 90 days from the time all of the application materials are received to either issue or deny a permit. In order for the applicant to be approved, they must:

Be a citizen of the United States
Have been a resident of the state for no less than 30 days immediately preceding the filing of the application
Be at least 21 years of age
Not suffer from any physical or mental infirmity that prevents the safe handling of a handgun
Have successfully completed an approved firearms training course
Provide a copy of a valid North Carolina Issued Identification or North Carolina Driver's License

What are the fees for...?

Payments are accepted in form of cash, check, Visa or Mastercard.

Civil Fee $30 per person served
Gun Permit $5 per permit applied for
Concealed Carry Permit $90 (Tuesday through Thursday 9 am to 4 pm)
Concealed Carry Renewal $75 (Monday through Friday 9 am to 4 pm)
Concealed Carry Duplicate $15 (Monday through Friday 9 am to 4 pm)
Arrest Report Copies $4 per copy
Incident Report Copies $4 per copy
Attorney Check Fees $4
Calls For Service/CAD Report $4 per copy
DVO Storage Fee $1 per day per gun up to 4, then $.65 per day per gun thereafter
In County Fingerprints $7 (Monday through Friday 9 am to 4 pm)
Out of County Fingerprints $15 (Monday through Friday 9 am to 4 pm)
Notary Service Fee $5
Audio Recording Fee $10
Trespass Signs $2 per sign
Return Check Fee $35 per check

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Domestic Violence FAQs

What is domestic violence?

Domestic Violence is defined as a pattern of physical, sexual, or emotionally abusive behaviors used by one individual to assert power or maintain control over another individual in the context of an intimate or family relationship.

Four Forms of Family Violence

Physical Battering
Sexual Battering
Psychological Battering
Destruction of Property or Pets

How do I get help?

If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, make someone aware of it. Get help by any means. If you are in immediate danger, dial 911. Someone will come to your home as quickly and safely as possible to assist you in getting out. If you can leave, then do so. Get to a neighbor's home, or somewhere safe, inside your car, in another room, etc. Take your phone with you. It may be your only means of summoning help.

Once you are out, steps can be taken to get you to a safe place including a shelter or a friend's or relative's home. We want to help you help yourself. It is our goal to put an end to your abusive relationship.

Are there resources available to me?

Yes, the Caldwell County Department of Social Services, Family Resource Center, Shelter Home of Caldwell County, and others have resources to assist victims of domestic violence in getting out and getting over.

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