Baldwin County Sheriff's Office - Alabama

Welcome! This is an official application for a pistol permit. You must completely and accurately fill-out this application to be considered for a permit. Any falsification of the information within this application will result in the refusal of this application for a pistol permit.

Alabama State Code provides that the Sheriff of a county shall issue a qualified or unlimited license to a person residing in the county, and is a suitable person to be licensed.

The Sheriff’s Office will issue or deny a Pistol License Application within 30 days of receipt of a completed application.

Please read the following before proceeding:

Applicant Information:


Previous Names/Aliases: (please list all previous aliases)

Previous Last Name Previous First Name Previous Middle Name City Where Changed State Court File #

Driver's License / Non-Operator ID: (or other State Issued ID)


Information Related To Your Birth:



Current Military Status:

Please bring in your DD214 with you for the appointment. If you were dishonorably discharged, you will be denied.

Demographic Information:


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Telephone Number: (###-###-####)


Email:


Please Create A Password: (you can use this to track progress, and we may need to contact you during the process)


Password Information: In order to comply with CJIS standards we have employed the use of a password complexity monitor. As you enter your password, we will display an indicator of complexity. You will only be able to submit passwords that are sufficiently complex as to be considered 'safe' by CJIS standards. The visual indicator will turn Blue or Green to indicate that your password is safe.

Important: CJIS requires we maintain a strict password policy and system of checks. As such, we check the following items as you enter your new password:
  • The password must be a minimum length of eight (8) characters on all systems
  • The password must not be a dictionary word
  • The password must not be the same as your email address
  • The password must not be a proper name

Current Residence Address: (this may be different than your mailing address)


Present Mailing Address: (if different from residence address)


Spouse Residence Address:


Attach Documentation: please upload the required documentation

To upload documentation, please use the button below to begin the process. The maximum size of individual files is 5 MB.  You must upload one of the following.
  • A copy of your Government Issued Photo ID (e.g. AL driver's license),
  • If you are a RETIRED MILITARY VETERAN:
    • A scan of your DD-214
    • A scan or photo of your military ID
  • If you are a RETIRED LAW ENFORCEMENT, please upload any form of proof.

Uploaded Files:

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Total Fee:

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I DO HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THE ABOVE INFORMATION IS TRUE AND CORRECT. I ALSO UNDERSTAND THAT ANY FALSIFICATION OF THE ABOVE INFORMATION WILL RESULT IN THE REFUSAL OF MY APPLICATION FOR A PISTOL PERMIT AND POSSIBLE PROSECUTION. CAUTION: FEDERAL LAW AND STATE LAW ON THE POSSESSION OF HANDGUNS AND FIREARMS DIFFER.

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Application Qualification Questions:

Have you ever had a pistol permit?

Have you ever had a pistol permit revoked?

Have you ever been convicted of a crime?

Are you now or have you ever been under indictment?

Are you now or have you ever been treated for mental illness or substance abuse (drugs/alcohol)?

Are you now or have you ever been under a restraining order to prevent endangering yourself or others?

Are you awaiting trial as a defendant in any criminal case?

Have you ever been found guilty by reason of mental illness in a criminal case?

Have you ever been found not guilty in a criminal case by reason of insanity or mental disease or defect?

Have you been declared incompetent to stand trial in a criminal case?

Have you asserted a defense in a criminal case of not guilty by reason of insanity or mental disease or defect?

Have you ever been found not guilty by reason of lack of mental responsibility under the Uniform Code of Military Justice?

Have you required involuntary outpatient treatment in a psychiatric hospital or similar treatment facility based on a finding that you are an imminent danger to yourself or to others?

Have you required involuntary commitment to a psychiatric hospital or similar treatment facility for any reasons, including drug use?

Have you been the subject of a prosecution or of a commitment or incompetency proceeding that could lead to a prohibition on the receipt or possession of a firearm?

Would you like your approved permit mailed? 

Regardless of your answer please note that you MUST select an office location from the drop down below.  Please select the location closest to your home address so the correct team may begin work on your application.  FAILURE TO SELECT A LOCATION WILL RESULT IN DELAYED PROCESSING.


I DO HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THE ABOVE INFORMATION IS TRUE AND CORRECT. I ALSO UNDERSTAND THAT ANY FALSIFICATION OF THE ABOVE INFORMATION WILL RESULT IN THE REFUSAL OF MY APPLICATION FOR A PISTOL PERMIT AND POSSIBLE PROSECUTION. CAUTION: FEDERAL LAW AND STATE LAW ON THE POSSESSION OF HANDGUNS AND FIREARMS DIFFER.

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I DO HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THE ABOVE INFORMATION IS TRUE AND CORRECT. I ALSO UNDERSTAND THAT ANY FALSIFICATION OF THE ABOVE INFORMATION WILL RESULT IN THE REFUSAL OF MY APPLICATION FOR A PISTOL PERMIT AND POSSIBLE PROSECUTION. CAUTION: FEDERAL LAW AND STATE LAW ON THE POSSESSION OF HANDGUNS AND FIREARMS DIFFER.

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You Must Select An Appointment: your appointment will be confirmed prior to checkout


To Reserve An Appointment Select The Date & Time Below
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