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1. Where do I apply for a Permit to Purchase / Transfer a Firearm?

Residents who reside within the city limits of Chisago City, Lindstrom, North Branch or Wyoming need to apply at their respective police departments. All other Chisago County residents need to apply at the Chisago County Sheriff’s Office.

2. How do I obtain a Permit to Purchase / Transfer Application Form?

You can obtain the application form from one of the local police departments, the Chisago County Sheriff’s Office or download an application from our website (LINK to Permit to Purchase / Transfer Application Form).

3. How long is a permit to purchase a firearm valid?

Permits must be renewed every 12 months.

4. Who issues permits to carry a pistol?

Minnesota County Sheriff’s Offices in the county where you reside.

5. What does a permit to carry a pistol mean?

Minnesota Law allows you to carry a handgun in public, but the law does not stipulate whether that weapon must be concealed. A permit to carry also constitutes a permit to purchase.

6. How old must you be to apply for a permit to carry?

Applicants must be at least 21 years old and a citizen or permanent resident of the United States.

7. What is the permit to carry application fee in Chisago County?

The fee is $80 and is valid for five (5) years. It authorizes unlimited purchases within that time period.

8. How long is a permit to carry valid for?

It is valid for five (5) years.

9. What is the permit to carry renewal fee in Chisago County?

If you apply before your permit expires, the renewal fee is $50.

If you apply within 30 days from when your permit expired, the renewal fee is $60.

If you are over 30 days from when your permit expired, the renewal fee is $80.

10. Where is a permit to carry issued in Chisago County valid?

A permit to carry that is issued in Chisago County is valid throughout Minnesota.