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Concealed Handgun Permits

Information about applying for, renewing, or checking the status of your concealed handgun permit in Jefferson County.

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New CHP Application

First-time applicants for a concealed handgun permit in Colorado, or applicants whose permits are expired past 182 days, or whose permits have been denied or revoked.

Requirements:

  • Valid Colorado driver's license/ID
  • Proof of Jefferson County residency
  • 10 years of address history
  • Training documentation pursuant to C.R.S. § 18-12-203(1)(h)
  • Current photo of yourself

Fee: $152.50

Processing: Up to 90 days

Further details on application requirements can be found on the application website.

Renewal CHP Application

Renew your existing Colorado permit before it expires. Begin renewal up to 120 days before expiration.

Requirements:

  • Valid Colorado driver's license/ID
  • Proof of Jefferson County residency
  • 10 years of address history
  • Training documentation pursuant to C.R.S. § 18-12-211(3)
  • Copy of current permit
  • Current photo of yourself

Fee: $63.00

Processing: Up to 90 days

Late Renewal

If your permit has expired, you may renew within 182 days of expiration for a fee of $78.00.

Further details on application requirements can be found on the application website.

CHP Address Change Application

Update the address on your existing Jefferson County concealed handgun permit.

Requirements:

  • Valid Colorado driver's license/ID
  • Proof of new Colorado residency
  • Copy of current permit (cannot be expired; must be issued from Jefferson County)
  • Current photo of yourself

Fee: No charge

This application can be combined with the Name Change Application.

Further details on application requirements can be found on the application website.

CHP Name Change Application

Update the name on your existing Jefferson County concealed handgun permit.

Requirements:

  • Valid Colorado driver's license/ID
  • Proof of Colorado residency
  • Copy of current permit
  • Current photo of yourself
  • Proof of new legal name (driver's license, marriage certificate, or court order)

Fee: No charge

This application can be combined with the Address Change Application.

Further details on application requirements can be found on the application website.

CHP Lost/Stolen/Destroyed Application

Replace a lost, stolen, or destroyed Jefferson County concealed handgun permit.

Requirements:

  • Valid Colorado driver's license/ID
  • Proof of Colorado residency
  • Notarized affidavit (link is on the application)
  • Current photo of yourself

Fee: $15.00

Further details on application requirements can be found on the application website.

Training Requirements

Documentation accepted to demonstrate handgun competence under Colorado law.

Each statute provision below lists an accepted form of documentation. Items marked JCSO Agency Requirement indicate Jefferson County Sheriff's Office implementation requirements that are not specified in the statute.

(h) Demonstrates competence with a handgun by submitting:

(I) Evidence of experience with a firearm through participation in organized shooting competitions, current military service, or current certification as a peace officer pursuant to article 2.5 of title 16;

JCSO Agency Requirements

  • Shooting competitions: Two or more documented competitions within 1 year of application; must demonstrate 70% score or higher
  • Active military: Provide active military ID and documentation of competency with a handgun
  • Peace officer: Provide a valid Colorado law enforcement officer ID

(II) Evidence that, at the time the application is submitted, the applicant is a certified instructor;

JCSO Agency Requirement

Applicant must provide a valid instructor certification card.

(III) Proof of honorable discharge from a branch of the United States armed forces within the three years preceding submittal of the application;

(IV) Proof of honorable discharge from a branch of the United States armed forces that reflects pistol qualifications obtained within the ten years preceding submittal of the application;

(V) A certificate showing retirement from a Colorado law enforcement agency that reflects pistol qualifications obtained within the ten years preceding submittal of the application; or

JCSO Agency Requirement

Applicant must provide a retired Colorado law enforcement officer ID or badge along with a letter or certificate from the retiring agency.

(VI) A training certificate from a concealed handgun training class obtained within the one year preceding submittal of the application. The applicant shall submit the original training certificate that includes the printed name and original signature of the verified instructor. To the extent permitted by section 18-12-202.5, in obtaining a training certificate from a concealed handgun training class, the applicant has discretion in selecting which concealed handgun training class to complete.

(3) A permittee seeking renewal pursuant to this section may demonstrate competence with a handgun by submitting:

(a) Evidence of demonstrating competence with firearms through participation in organized shooting competitions, current military service, or current certification as a peace officer pursuant to article 2.5 of title 16;

JCSO Agency Requirements

  • Shooting competitions: Two or more documented competitions within 1 year of application; must demonstrate 70% score or higher
  • Active military: Provide active military ID and documentation of competency with a handgun
  • Peace officer: Provide a valid Colorado law enforcement officer ID

(b) Evidence that, at the time the application is submitted, the applicant is a verified instructor;

JCSO Agency Requirement

Applicant must provide a valid instructor certification card.

(c) Proof of honorable discharge from a branch of the United States armed forces that reflects pistol qualifications obtained within the ten years preceding submittal of the renewal form;

(d) A certificate showing retirement from a Colorado law enforcement agency that reflects pistol qualifications obtained within the ten years preceding submittal of the renewal form; or

JCSO Agency Requirement

Applicant must provide a retired Colorado law enforcement officer ID or badge along with a letter or certificate from the retiring agency.

(e) A training certificate that includes the original signature of the class instructor from a concealed handgun training class or a refresher class, described in section 18-12-202.5, obtained within six months prior to submitting a renewal form.

Verified Instructor Certificate Required — Effective July 1, 2025

All new and renewal CHP applicants must provide a training certificate from a verified instructor if they cannot demonstrate competence with a handgun through other documentation pursuant to C.R.S. § 18-12-203(1)(h) (new applicants) or C.R.S. § 18-12-211(3) (renewal applicants). Out-of-state training certificates are not accepted.

How to Apply

All applications and payments are submitted electronically through Permitium, Jefferson County's online permitting system. Incomplete applications are not accepted.

A copy of your original training certificate is required at the time of application. Fingerprint scheduling is completed through the online application.

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Fee Schedule

Concealed Handgun Permits

Effective January 2, 2025

New Concealed Handgun Permit C.R.S. § 18-12-205(2)(b)
$152.50
Renewal — Valid Permit C.R.S. § 18-12-211(1)(a)
$63.00
Renewal — Expired Permit (within 6 months) C.R.S. § 18-12-211(2)
$78.00
Temporary/Emergency Concealed Handgun Permit C.R.S. § 18-12-209(2)(a)
$55.50
Address/Name Change for Concealed Handgun Permit No charge
Lost/Stolen/Damaged Concealed Handgun Permit C.R.S. § 18-12-210(2)
$15.00

Verified Firearms Instructor

Verified Firearms Instructor — New C.R.S. § 18-12-202.7(5)
$100.00
Verified Firearms Instructor — Renew C.R.S. § 18-12-202.7(5)
$50.00

All fees are non-refundable.

Important Information

Carry Restrictions

Colorado law prohibits carrying concealed handguns in certain locations even with a valid permit:

  • • K-12 schools and school grounds
  • • Public buildings with security screening
  • • Private property where prohibited by owner
  • • Federal facilities

Reciprocity

Colorado CHP permits are recognized in many other states. Check reciprocity before traveling.

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Permit Duration

CHP permits are valid for 5 years from the date of issuance. You can begin the renewal process up to 120 days before your permit expires.

Training Certificate

Your original handgun competency training certificate must have been issued within 1 year preceding your application date for new applications, and within 6 months for renewal applicants.

Jurisdiction

You must submit your CHP application to the sheriff's office in the county where you reside, own property, or own a business.

For Colorado concealed handgun statutes and reciprocity, visit the CBI Firearms Unit.

Records Unit Hours

Monday - Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (excluding county holidays)

By appointment only

Contact

Phone: (303) 271-5542

Fax: (303) 271-5552

Email: chprecords@jeffco.us

Address:
200 Jefferson County Parkway
Golden, CO 80401