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Nebraska Concealed Carry CCW Laws and Information


Right-To-Carry Law Type: Shall Issue. Applications must be made at the Nebraska State Patrol Troop Area Headquarters or the Criminal Identification Division in Lincoln. Proof of US Citizenship, and vision is also required.

Nebraska CCW Reciprocity Map


 

States that Honor Nebraska's CCW Permit:

Alaska, Arizona, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah

State CCW Permits that Nebraska Honors:

Nebraska,

Frequently Asked CCW Questions:


How do I apply for a concealed handgun permit??
You should first read the regulations concerning concealed handgun permits which can be found on the Nebraska State Patrol website – www.nsp.state.ne.us. The regulations can be found on the Conceal Carry webpage. You can access the webpage through the Programs/Services menu on the left side of the NSP homepage. The next step is to complete an approved Handgun Training and Safety Course. The application form can then be downloaded from the State Patrol website for completion before you apply in person for your permit. The application form is accompanied by further instructions

Where can I apply for a concealed handgun permit??
You must apply in person at one of the Nebraska State Patrol Troop Area offices or at the Criminal Identification Division of the State Patrol. The addresses are as follows: Criminal Identification Office - 233 S. 10th St. – Lincoln; Troop A Headquarters - 4411 S. 108th St. – Omaha; Troop B Headquarters - 1401 Eisenhower Avenue – Norfolk; Troop C Headquarters – 3431 Old Potash Highway – Grand Island; Troop D Headquarters – 300 W. South River Road – North Platte; Troop E Headquarters – 4500 Avenue I – Scottsbluff

When can I apply for a concealed handgun permit??
Applications can be submitted beginning January 3, 2007.

How much does a permit cost??
The fee for the permit is $100 for an initial permit which is good for a five year period and $50 for a renewal. You will also be required to pay for the cost of a training course.

What will I need to take with me when I apply for a permit?
You will need the completed and notarized application form, proper identification, proof of training, proof of citizenship, proof of vision, and the permit fee. These documents are explained more in the following questions.

Should I take my handgun when I apply for a permit??
No. Your handgun is not needed for the application process and carrying it concealed without a permit may be a violation of the law.

How do I prove my vision meets the requirements??
You may show compliance with the vision requirements by presenting a current Nebraska motor vehicle operator’s license or a current statement by a Nebraska licensed ophthalmologist or optometrist certifying that you have been tested and meet the vision requirements prescribed for a Class “O” operator’s license.

In the State of Nebraska where can a CCW Permit holder Not carry a concealed handgun.
018.01 A permit holder may carry a concealed weapon anywhere except: 018.01A Police, sheriff, or Nebraska State Patrol station or office; 018.01B Detention facility, prison, or jail; 018.01C Courtroom or building containing a courtroom; 018.01D Polling place during a bona fide election; 018.01E Meeting of the governing body of a county, public school district, municipality, or other political subdivision; 018.01F Meeting of the Legislature or a committee of the Legislature; 018.01G Financial institutions as defined by Nebraska Revised Statutes § 8-101(12); 018.01H Professional, semi-professional, or collegiate athletic event; 018.01I School, school grounds, school-owned vehicle, or school sponsored activity or athletic event; 018.01J Place of worship; 018.01K Emergency room or trauma center; 018.01L Political rally or fundraiser; 018.01M Establishment having a liquor license which derives over one half of its income from the sale of alcoholic liquor; 018.01N Any place where the carrying or possession of a firearm is prohibited by state or federal law; 018.01O Any place or premises or employer owned vehicle where those in control of the place, premises or vehicle have prohibited permit holders from carrying concealed handguns; or 018.01P Any other place or premises where handguns are prohibited by law or rule or regulation.