Indiana Handgun License Application Procedure
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Indiana Handgun License Application Procedure
- Apply online
- Schedule an appointment with Morpho Trust to submit your fingerprints electronically to the Indiana State Police. You can click the link provided after you submit your application online.
- Fingerprint fee and State fee online to Morpho Trust.
- Come to the Merrillville Police Department on The second Wednesday of every month from 1PM - 3PM to complete the application process.
- You may apply no more than 180 days (6 months) before your current permit expires.
- Once submitted online you have 180 days to visit Merrillville Police Department to complete the application process.
When you come to the Merrillville Police Department on The second Wednesday of every month from 1PM - 3PM to complete your application (except holidays). Please bring the following:
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Application number from your online application
- Receipt from Morpho Trust for fingerprints and State fee
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Your Indiana driver’s license or picture ID with your current address
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Your current permit, if applicable
|
License Type |
Local Fee Cash payable to Merrillville Police Dept. |
State Fee Payable to L-1 Solutions |
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Five Year Hunting & Target |
$10. *Refundable $5. |
$5. |
|
Five Year Personal Protection |
Fee Exempt |
Fee Exempt |
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Lifetime Hunting & Target/ No Current License |
$50. *Refundable $30 |
$25. |
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Lifetime Hunting & Target/ Current Valid License |
$40. *Refundable $30 |
$20. |
|
Lifetime Personal Protection/ No Current License |
Fee Exempt |
Fee Exempt |
|
Lifetime Personal Protection/ Current License |
Fee Exempt |
Fee Exempt |
|
Retired Law Enforcement Officer |
Not Provided in Law |
Fee Exempt |
|
Retired Corrections Officer |
Not Provided in Law |
Fee Exempt |
|
Firearms Dealer /Current Dealers License |
Not Provided in Law |
Fee Exempt |
Things to remember:
An Indiana handgun license is not recognized by most other states and may not allow you to legally carry a handgun outside the State of Indiana. You should always check with local authorities before transporting a handgun across state lines.
If you are ever stopped or approached by the police and you are carrying a handgun, advise the officer and show him/her your license to carry the handgun.