Oregon Statewide Rule
Oregon Concealed Handgun License Rules Statewide
Key Facts
- Detail
- Minimum age 21 for an Oregon CHL
- Requirement
- Approved handgun safety training is required
- Detail
- License valid four years statewide
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- Sheriffs must act within 45 days
Summary
Oregon issues concealed handgun licenses through county sheriffs under ORS 166.291, with statewide eligibility, training, and reciprocity standards.
166.291 Issuance of concealed handgun license; application; fees; liability. (1) The sheriff of a county, upon a person's application for an Oregon concealed handgun license, upon receipt of the appropriate fees and after compliance with the procedures set out in this section, shall issue the person a concealed handgun license if the person:
Full Breakdown
Oregon is a shall-issue state for residents who meet ORS 166.291 criteria, including being at least 21, lacking disqualifying convictions, and completing an approved handgun safety course. Sheriffs must issue or deny within 45 days, and licenses are valid for four years statewide. ORS 166.292 governs application procedures and fees, while ORS 166.293 lists denial grounds and appeal rights. Measure 114, passed in 2022, sought to add a permit-to-purchase regime, but it has faced ongoing litigation. Out-of-state license recognition is limited; nonresidents in contiguous states may apply directly to certain Oregon sheriffs.
Violations & Penalties
Carrying a concealed handgun without a license is a Class A misdemeanor under ORS 166.250.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Oregon honor other states' permits?
Can nonresidents obtain an Oregon CHL?
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