Connecticut Concealed Carry Permit Renewal Guide

Connecticut Concealed Carry Permit Renewal Process

Overview

Connecticut state pistol permit holders must renew their permits periodically. The renewal process is administered by the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (DESPP), Special Licensing and Firearms Unit (SLFU).

Key Statutes

• CGS § 29-28 - Permit for sale at retail of firearms; Permit to carry pistol or revolver; Confidentiality of name and address of permit holder; Permits for out-of-state residents
• CGS § 29-30 - Fees for permits for sale at retail of firearms and for carrying of pistols and revolvers; Expiration and renewal of permits
• CGS § 29-38b - Determination of commitment status of person who applies for or seeks renewal of firearm permit or certificate

Renewal Notification

• 90 days prior to the expiration of the permit, the issuing authority will mail a renewal letter to the permit holder's last known address.
• Permit holders are required by law to notify the issuing authority within 48 hours of any change of address.
• If the renewal letter is lost or not received, a replacement renewal application form can be obtained from the DESPP website (Form DPS-769-C).

Renewal Methods

Currently, permit renewals can be completed through two methods:

1. Mail-in Process - Instructions are available via Form DPS-769-C from the DESPP website.
2. Online Process - Renewals can be completed through the DESPP online portal.

Note: No in-person renewals are currently accepted.

Renewal Fee

• The cost of renewing a state pistol permit is $70.00.

Grace Period & Expiration

• State pistol permit holders are granted a 90-day grace period to renew their permit after expiration.
• Permits expired beyond 90 days will not be renewed. Holders whose permits lapse beyond the grace period would need to reapply as new applicants.

Renewal Forms

• DPS-769-C - Instructions to Applicant (for both new and renewal of pistol permits and certificates). This form covers:

  • New pistol permits
  • Renewal of pistol permits in person
  • Renewal of pistol permits by mail
  • Security officer pistol permits
  • Bail enforcement agent pistol permits
  • New and renewal of eligibility certificates for pistol or revolver
  • New and renewal of long gun eligibility certificates
  • New and renewal of ammunition certificates

• DPS-799-C - Eligibility Certificate / Temporary State Permit to Carry Pistols or Revolvers / Non-Resident Permit to Carry Pistols or Revolvers

Background Check at Renewal

Pursuant to CGS § 29-38b, the state conducts a determination of the commitment status of any person who applies for or seeks renewal of a firearm permit or certificate.

Eligibility Certificate Renewal

Separate from the pistol permit, eligibility certificates for pistols/revolvers and long guns also have renewal requirements governed by CGS § 29-36h (Fee for eligibility certificate; Expiration and renewal of eligibility certificate).

Revocation and Reinstatement

Under CGS § 29-32, permits may be revoked. However, the DESPP Commissioner must reinstate any gun or ammunition credential revoked as a result of a civil restraining order, civil protection order, or foreign order of protection upon verification of the order's expiration, provided the person is otherwise eligible for the credential. Credentials revoked based on an ex parte order must also be reinstated if the order expires and the respondent notifies DESPP and is not otherwise disqualified (CGS §§ 29-32, 29-37s, & 29-38p).

Appeals

If a renewal is denied, permit holders may appeal to the Board of Firearms Permit Examiners pursuant to CGS § 29-32b. Further appeals may be taken to Superior Court under CGS § 4-183.

Contact Information

• Special Licensing and Firearms Unit: 860-685-8290
• Out-of-state residents: Email SLFU.OOS@ct.gov