Find the right agency for your firearm request


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The Board of Firearms Permit Examiners only reviews firearm permit appeals.
If your request is different, use the guide below to find the right agency and take the next step.

Permit renewals
If you need to renew your firearm permit, The Connecticut Department of Emergency Services & Public Protection (DESPP) can help.

New permit applications
If you need to apply for a new permit, contact your local police department.

Firearm laws and storage
Find information about firearm laws, storage requirements, and related resources.
Review firearm laws and storage requirements

Eligibility certificates
Learn about eligibility certificates and how to apply.
Get eligibility certificate information

Pardon information
If you need information about pardons, the Board of Pardons and Paroles (BOPP) can help.

Confiscated firearms
If you need information about a confiscated firearm, please contact the agency that took the firearm.

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