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Welcome! This is an official application for an annual permit to purchase a pistol or handgun.  This online application is for residents of Dubuque County, Iowa only.  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 denial of this application for a purchase permit.  

A permit to acquire weapons requires a fee of $25 and a valid driver's license or non-operator I.D. that contains your photograph and current address issued by the Iowa Department of Transportation. A permit to acquire is valid for five years from the date of issue.

IF YOU ARE PAYING CASH AT THE KIOSK, IT IS IMPORTANT TO COMPLETE THE APPLICATION THEN PAY CASH AT THE COUNTER.  YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE PROCESSED UNTIL THE PAYMENT IS RECEIVED.

Please read the following before proceeding:

Applicant Information:

Previous Last Name Previous First Name Previous Middle Name

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

Information Related To Your Birth:

Demographic Information:

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)

Attach Documentation: please upload the required documentation

If you need to upload documentation, please use the 'Add Files' button below to begin the process. The maximum size of individual files is 5 MB.  The address on government issued IDs must match the address on this application.
  • Valid government issued photo ID (ex. IA Drivers License / State ID) 
 

Uploaded Files:

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Please select a document type then, click on the โ€œAttachโ€ button to complete the upload process.

Select Purchase Option:

Total Fee:
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I do hereby authorize a review and full disclosure of all records concerning myself, as required by Iowa Code Ch. 724 and Iowa Administrative Code 661—Ch 91, to any duly authorized agent of an Iowa sheriff or the Commissioner of the Iowa Department of Public Safety, whether the said records are of a public, private or confidential nature.

The intent of this authorization is to give my consent for full and complete disclosure of records of psychiatric treatment, substance abuse treatment, consultation and/or court ordered involuntary committal for treatment including those records held by hospitals, clinics, private practitioners, the U.S. Veteran’s Administration and clerks of court, as necessary to verify that I meet the requirements of the state of Iowa and the United States for the acquisition and possession of a firearm. I understand that the information contained in these records will be used for no purpose other than those stated above, and will be kept strictly confidential by the office of the issuing official.

I understand that any information obtained which is developed directly or indirectly, in whole or part, upon this release authorization will be considered in determining my qualification for obtaining a permit to acquire pistols/revolvers in the state of Iowa. I also certify that any person(s) who may furnish such information concerning me shall not be held accountable for providing accurate information, and I do hereby release said person(s) from any and all liability which may be incurred as a result of furnishing such information.

I understand that all information provided on this application form is considered public record and may be disclosed upon request.

I certify that all information, including supporting documentation, provided in this application is true and correct, and I understand that I may be convicted of a class “D” felony pursuant to Iowa Code section 724.17 if I make what I know to be a false statement of material fact on this application or if I submit what I know to be any materially falsified or forged documentation in connection with this application.

Survey Questions:

Do you have charges pending for a felony?

Have you ever been convicted of a felony?

Have you ever been adjudicated delinquent for an offense that would be a felony if committed by an adult?

Have you ever been convicted of an offense involving a firearm or explosive that is classified as a misdemeanor AND is punishable by more than one year of imprisonment (such as an Iowa aggravated misdemeanor)?

Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence?

Are you subject to a court order restraining you from harassing, stalking, or threatening your intimate partner, your child, or the child of your intimate partner?

Are you currently on probation for any offense? IF YES list the offense for which you are serving probation

Are you a fugitive from justice?

Have you been dishonorably discharged from the Armed Forces?

Have you ever renounced your United States citizenship?

Has a court, board, commission, or other lawful authority ever found you to be a danger to yourself or others?

Has a court, board, commission, or other lawful authority ever ordered you to receive treatment for mental health reasons, or for other reasons, such as drug abuse?

Has a court, board, commission, or other lawful authority ever found you to be incompetent to conduct your affairs?

Have you ever been found incompetent to stand trial for any offense?

Have you ever been found not guilty by reason of insanity for any offense?

Have you answered YES to any of the above questions.  If so, please provide relevant information about your responses to questions 1-19, such as having been granted a pardon, a special restoration of citizenship with firearms rights, an order granting “Relief from Disabilities,” or other relevant information:

I do hereby authorize a review and full disclosure of all records concerning myself, as required by Iowa Code Ch. 724 and Iowa Administrative Code 661—Ch 91, to any duly authorized agent of an Iowa sheriff or the Commissioner of the Iowa Department of Public Safety, whether the said records are of a public, private or confidential nature.

The intent of this authorization is to give my consent for full and complete disclosure of records of psychiatric treatment, substance abuse treatment, consultation and/or court ordered involuntary committal for treatment including those records held by hospitals, clinics, private practitioners, the U.S. Veteran’s Administration and clerks of court, as necessary to verify that I meet the requirements of the state of Iowa and the United States for the acquisition and possession of a firearm. I understand that the information contained in these records will be used for no purpose other than those stated above, and will be kept strictly confidential by the office of the issuing official.

I understand that any information obtained which is developed directly or indirectly, in whole or part, upon this release authorization will be considered in determining my qualification for obtaining a permit to acquire pistols/revolvers in the state of Iowa. I also certify that any person(s) who may furnish such information concerning me shall not be held accountable for providing accurate information, and I do hereby release said person(s) from any and all liability which may be incurred as a result of furnishing such information.

I understand that all information provided on this application form is considered public record and may be disclosed upon request.

I certify that all information, including supporting documentation, provided in this application is true and correct, and I understand that I may be convicted of a class “D” felony pursuant to Iowa Code section 724.17 if I make what I know to be a false statement of material fact on this application or if I submit what I know to be any materially falsified or forged documentation in connection with this application.

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I do hereby authorize a review and full disclosure of all records concerning myself, as required by Iowa Code Ch. 724 and Iowa Administrative Code 661—Ch 91, to any duly authorized agent of an Iowa sheriff or the Commissioner of the Iowa Department of Public Safety, whether the said records are of a public, private or confidential nature.

The intent of this authorization is to give my consent for full and complete disclosure of records of psychiatric treatment, substance abuse treatment, consultation and/or court ordered involuntary committal for treatment including those records held by hospitals, clinics, private practitioners, the U.S. Veteran’s Administration and clerks of court, as necessary to verify that I meet the requirements of the state of Iowa and the United States for the acquisition and possession of a firearm. I understand that the information contained in these records will be used for no purpose other than those stated above, and will be kept strictly confidential by the office of the issuing official.

I understand that any information obtained which is developed directly or indirectly, in whole or part, upon this release authorization will be considered in determining my qualification for obtaining a permit to carry weapons in the state of Iowa. I also certify that any person(s) who may furnish such information concerning me shall not be held accountable for providing accurate information, and I do hereby release said person(s) from any and all liability which may be incurred as a result of furnishing such information.

I understand that information provided on this application form is considered public record and may be disclosed upon request.

I certify that all information, including supporting documentation, provided in this application is true and correct, and I understand that I may be convicted of a class “D” felony pursuant to Iowa Code section 724.10(3) if I make what I know to be a false statement of material fact on this application or if I submit what I know to be any materially falsified or forged documentation in connection with this application.

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