How to obtain a Temporary State Pistol Permit:
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Complete a Firearms Safety Course
- Complete the attached Firearms Permit Application packet
- Complete online fingerprint pre-enrollment registration at https://ct.flexcheck.us.idemia.io/CCHRSPreEnroll. Use Service Code: 93AE-855E
- Provide a copy of birth certificate
- Provide proof of Redding residency
- Provide three (3) letters of character reference
- Provide two (2) passport size color photographs
- Schedule fingerprint appointment with Officer Lopiano (blopiano@rpdct.us or 203.938.3400)
- Application Fee of $70.00 (must be paid with a check made payable to the town of Redding) will be collected at the time of fingerprinting appointment
All applications will be processed within eight (8) weeks.
Once a temporary permit has been issued, the applicant has sixty (60) days in which to apply for a State Pistol Permit.
ANY omission or intentional error on the application or during the application process shall be grounds for the denial of said permit.
