Pistol Permits
New York State Pistol Permit applications can be downloaded directly from our website.
Fingerprinting for pistol permits is done by appointment only (Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 9:00am – 12Noon) at our Headquarters located at the Albany County Courthouse 16 Eagle Street Albany, NY 12207.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (518) 487-5413.
The following documents are in PDF* format, unless otherwise noted:
- Procedure for Applying for a Pistol Permit
- NYS Pistol Permit Application
- FOIL Exemption (Opt Out) form
- NYS Gunsmith or Dealer Application
- Personal Character Reference Letter
- Pedigree and Supplemental Candidate Info
- Safety Course, Class Schedule
Visit the NYS website for answers to commonly asked questions on the new Safe Act: http://www.governor.ny.gov/2013/gun-reforms-faq
Visit the NYS Police website for an explanation of the FOIL Opt Out form and how to use it: http://www.troopers.ny.gov/Firearms/Public_Records_Exemption/
Craig D. Apple Sr., Sheriff
Albany County Sheriff’s Office
16 Eagle Street
Albany, NY 12207
Phone: (518) 487-5400 |
Fax: (518) 487-5037
ContactSheriff@AlbanyCounty.com
In an Emergency Dial 911
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