Firearms

Requirements to Obtain a License to Carry a Firearm

• Appear in the Sheriff’s Office between 8:30 am and 4 pm during each workday. 
• Note: The Office will be closed between Noon and 1 pm for lunch or appear at one of our Saturday events listed on our site between 9 am and 2 pm
• Must be 21 years old
• Must be a Butler County resident
• Must complete application - we do not require you to list references on the application
• Must have $20 cash, check, debit/credit card (plus card fee) or money order - there is a $35 returned check fee for non-sufficient fund checks.
• Must have driver’s license or approved photo identification
• New applications may require a background check conducted by the Sheriff’s Office