FAQs about Gun Certification

How difficult is the paperwork for a Pistol Permit, and is there an additional cost for help filling it out? 

The paperwork associated with getting your Pistol Permit is all filled out on the day of your class (except for your references and fingerprinting  ). This way, there is no stress or anxiety associated with the process and no doubts about whether it is filled out correctly or not. There is no additional cost, because we want you to feel confident that once you turn in your paperwork to the Pistol Permit Department, everything will go smoothly.

Do I have to take a pistol permit course in order to own a handgun in Erie and Niagara Counties?

Yes, if you reside in NYS you must take the NEW mandatory 16-hour Handgun Safety Course (also called the Pistol Permit Course) to get a handgun in NYS.

Do I need to buy a pistol before I take the course? 

No, you can not legally touch or own a handgun in NYS unless you have a pistol permit.

If I have a cannibus card, am I still eligible to get a Pistol Permit is NYS?

Unfortunately not, given the way the law is written you may not posses a legal Medical Marijuana Card and have a pistol permit.