Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

Yes, The Sheriff's Office is always open for you to come in and speak with him.

Because of his commitment to Caldwell County, he may not always be in the office so it is best to call for an appointment. If you call by phone and he is not in the office, you can leave your telephone number, and he will return your call.

The telephone number for Sheriff's office is 828-754-1518.

You are encouraged to come by the Sheriff's Office at any time to look at your Sheriff's Office and Detention Center. We will be happy to take you through the building and answer any questions you may have. (Covid Restrictions may apply)

There is someone available 24 hours per day at the Sheriffs office; however, specific divisions have their own hours.

Administration: Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm 
Phone 828-754-1518

Civil Division: Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm 
Phone 828-754-0576

Detective Division: Monday through Friday 8 am to 5 pm
 Phone 828-759-1554

Detention Center: 24 hours a day. 
Phone 828-759-1510

Communications: 24 hours a day. 
Phone 828-758-2324 or 911 for emergencies.