The State of Colorado authorizes legal residents of Colorado who demonstrate competence with handguns, to carry concealed handguns in all authorized areas of the state and in accordance with state law. Read State Senate Bill 03-024 to learn more and Federal House Resolution 218 that authorizes retired law enforcement officers to carry concealed handguns. For additional questions about concealed weapons permits, call (720) 913-6836.

Permit applications must be submitted in person and by appointment only at:

Denver Police Department Administrative Building
1331 Cherokee St., Denver, CO 80204
(720) 913-6836

1. In order to apply for your permit, you must schedule an appointment by calling the appointment line at (720) 913-6836. Appointments are conducted between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Should you need special consideration regarding these hours, we will work with you to ensure you are processed in a timely manner. If you have any additional questions, you may call the appointment line above.
2. Download and complete the information packet, application forms and any other required supplemental documents shown above.
3. When you arrive for your scheduled application appointment, you must bring the application fees listed below in the form of certified check or money order. No cash or personal checks will be accepted. The fees must be presented as follows:
   
    $100 payable to the City and County of Denver
    $52.50 payable to the Colorado Bureau of Investigation
   
   
4. Do not bring any weapon with you when you bring your application for review.

Important Disclaimer
Fees are are required for all regular civilian applicants and are charged for application review. No money will be returned if your application for a concealed handgun permit is denied. A concealed handgun permit may be denied by the sheriff or his/her designee under Colorado Revised Statutes 18-12-203 (2) for “a reasonable belief that documented previous behavior by the applicant makes it likely the applicant will present a danger to self or others if the applicant receives a permit to carry a concealed handgun...”

An applicant who knowingly and intentionally makes a false or misleading statement on a permit application or deliberately omits material information requested on the application commits perjury as described by Colorado Revised Statute (C.R.S.) 18-8-503. Upon conviction, the applicant shall be punished as provided in 18-1.3-501 of the Colorado Revised Statute.