CONCEALED WEAPONS PERMITS:
To make application for a Concealed Weapons Permit under Michigan Public Act 719 of 2003, please follow the procedure listed below:
· Pick up an application packet from the Van Buren County Sheriff’s Department, County Clerk’s office or other police agencies.
· Complete a certified training program. Information is available regarding training from the Sheriff’s Department or through the National Rifle Association
· Submit your completed application to the Van Buren County Clerk’s Office between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. with the appropriate fee of $105.00
· The following information is required at the time of application
1. Completed application form (do not sign prior to submission to County Clerk)
2. Original training certificate
3. 2 passport quality photographs, size 1” x 1 ¼”
4. Appropriate fee of $105.00
· After your fingerprints are taken, they are sent to the Michigan State Police for their review, as well as the FBI
· Fingerprint reports are then returned to the Clerk’s office and the Sheriff’s Department, and local checks of criminal histories are done.
· After all checks are completed, the materials are assembled at the Clerk’s office for presentation to the Concealed Weapons Licensing Board.
· You will be contacted if the Concealed Weapons Licensing Board wants you present at its meeting.
· Following the Concealed Weapons Licensing Board meeting, you will be notified by mail that your application has been approved and that your permit can be picked up at the County Clerk’s Office.
Gun Board
The Gun Board consists of the Sheriff as chairman, State Police, a Lay Person appointed by the Board of Commissioners and the County Clerk serves as a Clerk of the Board. The purpose of the Gun Board is to administer Public Act 719 of 2003. The Gun Board approves Concealed Weapons permits for Van Buren County.
Related Links:
Van Buren County Sheriffs Website
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