Gun Permits
LRS 40:1379.1.G allows the Sheriff to issue concealed handgun permits to citizens who live and/or work in Jefferson Parish. This permit is only valid within Jefferson Parish and does not permit the carrying of a concealed weapon outside of the parish. The permit is valid for 1 year and must be renewed annually.
All applicants must meet certain minimum requirements in order to be considered eligible for a Jefferson Parish Concealed Handgun Permit. View the following link to review these requirements.
Applications
Applications are available online or from our Gun Permits Section. For security purposes, applications must be delivered in person.
A $25 non-refundable processing fee must be paid prior to issuance of the permit. A $10,000 personal surety bond may also be required.
Please call 504-363-5632 or email us for an appointment or further details.
View the applicable application form below, complete the form, print it out and bring it to our office for review and approval.
Once issued a Jefferson Parish Concealed Handgun Permit, each permittee has certain duties that he or she must abide by. In addition, state laws prohibit the carrying of a concealed weapon in certain locations. Please view the following links for further details:
All applicants must meet certain minimum requirements in order to be considered eligible for a Jefferson Parish Concealed Handgun Permit. View the following link to review these requirements.
Applications
Applications are available online or from our Gun Permits Section. For security purposes, applications must be delivered in person.
A $25 non-refundable processing fee must be paid prior to issuance of the permit. A $10,000 personal surety bond may also be required.
Please call 504-363-5632 or email us for an appointment or further details.
View the applicable application form below, complete the form, print it out and bring it to our office for review and approval.
- JPSO Concealed Handgun Permit Application - New Permit (PDF)
- JPSO Concealed Handgun Permit Application - Renewal Permit (PDF)
Once issued a Jefferson Parish Concealed Handgun Permit, each permittee has certain duties that he or she must abide by. In addition, state laws prohibit the carrying of a concealed weapon in certain locations. Please view the following links for further details: