LICENSES & PERMITSDURING THE COVID-19 SITUATION, SOME SERVICES HAVE BEEN MODIFIED.Click here to learn more.Frequently Asked QuestionsConcealed Handgun UnitThe Concealed Handgun Unit administers and manages all aspects of applying for and the issuance of concealed carry licenses. The Unit is responsible for investigating applicants and issuing concealed handgun licenses to those who meet the legal standards set by the ORS. The Unit monitors existing licenses and, when necessary, revokes licenses for reasons consistent with the law.The Concealed Handgun Unit processes renewal notifications on a monthly basis and responds to questions from the public regarding the application process and other concealed carry related issues. A secondary function of the Concealed Handgun Unit is the issuance of Expedited Court Access ID cards. These ID Cards are issued as a courtesy to people who regularly need access to the Multnomah County Courthouse for their employment. Renewals ($50), Reinstatements ($50), and Address Change, Name Change or Replacement ($15) can be mailed in to our office at 4735 E Burnside St., Portland, OR 97215 or dropped off Monday - Friday from 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. When mailing or dropping off, please provide a completed application and the required fees. We accept check or money order and if dropping off, you can also pay with exact cash or credit card.
For New Applications, Transfers or Transfer/Renewals please submit an application to our office and we will schedule you for an appointment. We will notify you of your appointment date by email. New applications can be submitted by:
When applying for a first time Concealed Handgun License in Multnomah County, do not send payment. Payment will be collected at the time of your appointment. Online Concealed Handgun CourseThe Multnomah County Sheriff's Office offers an online option for those who want to apply for their CHL and still needs to meet the handgun training requirement set by ORS 166.291(1)(f). This course is only required for those individuals applying for a concealed handgun permit for the first time with the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office. Additionally, this course is not required if you are transferring your CHL from one Oregon County to another and have already met the training requirement. Our CHL Prep course provides the relevant and practical information you need to not only satisfy the education requirements necessary to get your license, but also to help you determine if carrying a concealed handgun is right for you!!It's easy to start this process. Go to Oregon CHL Prep, create an account, register for the class and pay electronically. The course covers:
After completing the course, you can print your certificate immediately! Once you have your certificate, the process for getting a concealed handgun license will vary by the county that you live in. Alarms UnitThe False Alarm Reduction Program regulates burglary and robbery alarms in unincorporated Multnomah County and through collaborative contracts with East Multnomah County cities. Alarm regulation increases the probability that police respond to a valid alarm, saving scarce Public Safety resources. False alarm penalties promote good equipment maintenance technology. False alarm response is a nonproductive use of police time and resources. Current and valid permits as well as properly functioning alarms promote safety through quick response. Citizens using alarms partner with police to promote safety in their community.Alarm Application and Fee ScheduleOLCC LicensesThe Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office is responsible for reviewing new OLCC license requests, annual renewal of existing OLCC and temporary special event licenses for businesses and events in unincorporated Multnomah County.ATFThe Multnomah County Sheriff is the Chief Local Law Enforcement Official of Multnomah County and therefore, the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office is responsible for accepting and maintaining copies of various ATF forms as required by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. These include:
Expedited Courthouse AccessExpedited Court Access cards are available for Multnomah County and District Attorney Staff, legal associates, attorneys in good standing with the Oregon State Bar and independent court vendors. Expedited court access cards permit certain individuals expedited access into the Multnomah County Courthouse. Requests for these cards are processed by the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office Concealed Handgun Unit.Frequently Asked Questions
How do I obtain an Expedited Court Access card? How do I apply for a Concealed Handgun Permit? For New Applications, Transfers and Transfer / Renewal, complete the Concealed Handgun Application and click submit. The CHL staff will receive your application, schedule an appointment and send you an email with the appointment date and time. How do I register for an online CHL class? The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office offers an online option for those who want to apply for their CHL and still needs to meet the handgun training requirement set by ORS 166.291(1)(f). This course is only required for those individuals applying for a concealed handgun permit for the first time with the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office. Additionally, this course is not required if you are transferring your CHL from one Oregon county to another and have already met the training requirement. Our CHL Prep course provides the relevant and practical information you need to not only satisfy the education requirements necessary to get your license, but also to help you determine if carrying a concealed handgun is right for you!! It's easy to start this process. Go to Oregon CHL Prep, create an account, register for the class and pay electronically.
Test questions ensure that you understand the material before moving on to the next section. After completing the course, you can print your certificate immediately. Once you have your certificate, the process for getting a concealed handgun license will vary by the county that you live in. How much does a CHL License cost? New Application - $65.00 How do I renew my concealed handgun license? Will I receive notification that my license will expire? Do I make an appointment to renew my license? Do I have to take another handgun safety class to renew my license? If I am in the military and deployed overseas how do I renew if I cannot come in? How do I change my address? What if I just moved into Multnomah County and I have a Concealed Handgun License from another County? How do I obtain an Alarm permit? Multnomah CountyServing alarm users in Fairview, Gresham, Maywood Park, Troutdale, Wood Village and Unincorporated Multnomah County.
City of PortlandFor alarm users within the Portland city limits: City of Portland Alarm Information How do I apply for a liquor license?
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