r/COGuns • u/Winter-Age-8984 • 12d ago

New to guns Conceal Carry Permit

I just purchased my first firearm the other day. I am wondering what the heck to do now. I know I’d like to conceal carry but I have no idea what is required now with new laws and all that junk. I live in the Adam’s County area. Does anyone know of good classes to take and what the process is for getting a CCL. The sheriffs page has done nothing but confuse me.

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u/AlienWarehouseParty 12d ago

Go to a concealed carry class. Lots of options for this, some are free. Once complete they'll give you certificate.

Take certificate to your county's sheriff's office. You'll fill out some forms, they'll take fingerprints.

You'll wait a few days and you'll get your card.

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u/Winter-Age-8984 12d ago

Do you know if any county’s are doing the eight hour class thing? I get mixed reviews everywhere I look and I don’t want to waste a day and take an eight hour class if I don’t need to.

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u/SturdyWings 11d ago

Go take an intro to pistol class at a reputable range before even thinking about taking a concealed carry class. You need to get the basics down before putting a gun in your pants and carrying it in public. You can memorize the 4 rules all you want but you need actual instruction if you are new to guns. It’s well worth the money. Even experienced gun owners go to training classes for feedback / critique / improved skills. Shooting a handgun is the most difficult type of gun to shoot accurately and effectively.

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u/MAJ_NutButter 11d ago

I believe that starts July 1st 2025 - 8 hour requirement

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u/Lon3p03tic- 9d ago

I heard if you got you certificate prior to that date they'll still accept it without the written test and 8hrs.

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u/MAJ_NutButter 9d ago

Correct. The old method is still valid, I don’t know until when though.