Get Dutchess County Pistol Permit Application

How can I check the status of my recertification? Residents with a New York State and out of state identification may navigate to .firearms.troopers.ny.gov and select “Check Recertification Status”.

The process for obtaining a handgun license in New York City is long (between 3 – 6 months, and waits up to 8-10 months are not entirely uncommon), and compared to many other jurisdictions, rather expensive. It's not particularly difficult, but it is tedious and incredibly time consuming.

NYS Required Pistol Permit Firearms ($325) This is a 16-hour course required by NYS prior to applying for the Pistol Permit. This Firearms Safety Course is required by the recent changes to NYS Law in order to obtain a NYS Pistol Permit. This 16hr course is conducted by a Certified Firearms Instructors.

The cost of a license varies by county, and you should expect it to take a minimum of four months from the time of application until a license is either granted or denied.

How hard is it to get a pistol permit in NY State? The process for obtaining a handgun license in New York City is long (between 3 6 months, and waits up to 8-10 months are not entirely uncommon), and compared to many other jurisdictions, rather expensive.

Applicants must score 80% or higher on a written exam and pass a shooting drill.

How can I check the status of my recertification? Residents with a New York State and out of state identification may navigate to .firearms.troopers.ny.gov and select “Check Recertification Status”.

The application fee for a handgun license and for renewal is $340 (three hundred and forty dollars). The application fee for a Rifle/Shotgun permit is $140 (one hundred and forty dollars).