Weapons Permits

Planning on getting a Carry Concealed Permit, here is a tutorial video to help walk you through the process and answer any questions you may have.

Permits

As of March 29, 2023 a pistol purchase permit is no longer needed in North Carolina. Reference North Carolina Senate Bill 41.

• Carry Concealed Permit New and Renew
• Judicial Services
  • Conceal Handguns and Pistol Permits 910-798-4501
  • Records 910-798-4508
  • Civil and Fingerprinting 910-798-4535

  We accept applications for both permits Monday through Thursday between 9 am and 3 pm.

  Fingerprinting

  You will need to be wearing a mask on your face to enter the building for fingerprinting!

  Fingerprinting for any reason other than Concealed Carry Permits Applications, will need to be scheduled in advance by calling 910-798-4535.

  Note: All fingerprinting services are done at the Civil Unit located in the Old Historic Courthouse at:
  300 Princess Street
  Room 201
  Wilmington, NC 28401

  Hours
  Monday through Friday
  9 am to 3 pm.

  The cost for fingerprinting services is $15, cash only.