Similarly, the sheriff must deny a concealed handgun permit if the applicant is “an unlawful user of, or addicted to marijuana, alcohol, or any depressant, stimulant, or narcotic drug or any other controlled substance.” N.C. Gen.
Carrying a concealed weapon without a proper permit is a Class 2 misdemeanor punishable by 30 days to 6 months in jail. If this is your second offense and the weapon in question is a firearm, the charge is elevated to a Class 1 misdemeanor punishable by up to one year in jail.
Concealed carry of handguns only is legal with a license/permit in North Carolina. As a “shall issue” state, the local sheriff's office is required to issue concealed handgun permits to applicants who meet the basic state law requirements, which include: Be at least 21 years old.
Fees. A New Concealed Handgun Permit costs $90.00, which includes the $10.00 fingerprinting fee. In addition to the $90.00, a notary fee of $5.00 will be needed if not already notarized. A Renewal Concealed Handgun Permit costs $75.00 plus a notary fee of $5.00 if not already notarized.
An example of a concealed weapon that is near your body would be a gun that is inside your purse. It is illegal to carry a concealed weapon in North Carolina without a concealed carry permit; the only possible exception to this rule is carrying a concealed weapon on your own premises.
Concealed handgun permit applications are available online at Permitium.com, or in person at the Sheriff's Office Records Division. Renewal applications are also available online at Permitium.com, or in person at the Sheriff's Office Records Division.
It typically takes two weeks to receive the new concealed handgun permit from the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation. A representative from the Sheriff's Office will contact you when the new permit is ready for pick up.
Q. Can You Shoot Someone Trespassing on Your Property in North Carolina? Under NC law, a homeowner is afforded the ability to use reasonable force for someone criminally entering their home or domicile if you reasonable believe your life to be in danger.
South Carolina recognizes North Carolina's concealed carry permit. If you choose to carry there you will be subject to their laws and responsible for educating yourself on them. The CCA of NC is committed to providing materials to assist you in acquiring that education.
5 yearsOnce issued, the permit is valid throughout the state of North Carolina for a period of 5 years, unless it is revoked. In order to acquire a concealed handgun permit, an individual must apply to the Sheriff's Office in the county you live in.
Once your application is received the process may take up to 90 days. With the new online process, you will receive emails if additional information is needed and you can check on the status/approval of your application at any time.
North Carolina is a “shall issue” state, meaning that the local sheriff must issue a concealed handgun permit if the applicant meets certain qualifications.