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Applicants must complete required “proper cause” forms when applying for carry concealed, follow eligibility and reference requirements, and complete a handgun safety course with a certified instructor. 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Application\n\nOnondaga County Sheriff's OfficePistol License Unit407 South State StreetSyracuse,New York 13202(315)435-2037  \n06/07/2017  \n## Applicants for NYS Pistol Licenses\n\nThere are three(3)types of handgun licenses one can apply for as described in section 400.00 of the New YorkState Penal Law.Except under special circumstances,the issuance of these licenses is restricted to:  \n1.Carry Concealed:Without regard to employment or place of possession by anyperson when “Proper Cause”exists for the issuance thereof or to carry with listedrestrictions.  \n2.Possess on Premise:Have and possess in dwelling by a homeowner ONLY or have andpossess in one place of business by a merchant or storekeeper ONLY.  \n3.Carry Concealed/Employment:with regard to employment.  \nApplicants applying for a Carry Concealed pistol license are required to complete the “proper Cause”forms forthe issuance of this permit.NO applicant will be issued an unrestricted license unless he/she is able todemonstrate a special need for the issuance thereof.  \nIf an applicant will pursue a pistol license for the purposes of hunting,target shooting,competition,hiking,camping,etc.,a SPORTSMAN restriction will be applied to the pistol license.  \nApplicants who desire a license for home/business ONLY would be advised to apply for a POSSESS ONPREMISE.This is not a carry license and restricts the possession of the handgun(s)to the dwelling addressorplace of business address listed on the application.If this address should change,the application process willbegin again with all fees applicable.  \nApplicants wanting to carry concealed for their jobs must have a letter from their employer stating that theyrequire the individual to carry during the performance of his/her duties.The restrictions on the license willappear as EMPLOYMENT,SECURITY or BUSINESS.No pistol license application will be accepted untilhe/she has successfully completed a handgun safety course from one of the listed certified instructors and canfurnish this office with the certificate that is awarded upon completion.  \n## Basic Handgun Safety Course\n\nA basic handgun safety course is required in Onondaga County for first time Pistol License holdersOnly a certificate issued by any of the Certified Instructors will be accepted.  \nThe Handgun Safety Course Certificate is valid for 3 years from date of issuance.  \nSee the most recent list of Certified Instructors at the back of the application and on line.  \n## Rules and Regulations of a Pistol License Applicant\n\nDO NOT sign,or have anyone witness any of the application paperwork  \n1.Applicants must be 21 years of age at the time of application and a resident of Onondaga County.  \n2.Complete the application form.No copies will be accepted.Use black ink or type.  \n3.Four(4)references are required:  \na.They must be 21 years of age or older and a resident of Onondaga County.  \nb.They cannot be family members or reside in the same household.  \nc.Each of your references must personally sign the application form.In addition,each referencemust complete and sign the attached Character Reference Form.  \n4.Answer all the questions on the questionnaire and the affirmation sheet.If you are unclear on anyquestion or statement leave it blank.We will attempt to assist you when you return your application.  \nWhen all application paperwork has been completed,call (315)435-2037 to make an appointment to processthe application.Please bring the following to your Pistol License Unit appointment.  \n·Handgun Safety Course certificate.  \n·$55.75 cash,Money Order,Visa,MasterCard,or Discover Card.  \n·Photo identification is required.  \n·IdentoGO,MorphoTrust USA receipt  \nDo not schedule your fingerprints until you have scheduled your appointment with the Onondaga CountySheriff's Office -Pistol License Unit.Fingerprints and photos can be taken 30 days prior to the applicationprocess by scheduling an appointment with IdentoGO,MorphoTrust USA Services,located ","cbCaiqgHEootg49t","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiqgHEootg49t","pdf",3265111,"English","# Applicants for NYS Pistol Licenses\n## Basic Handgun Safety Course\n## Rules and Regulations of a Pistol License Applicant\n## General Pistol License Information","[{\"question\":\"What are the three types of handgun licenses in New York State described in the application?\",\"answer\":\"The application lists Carry Concealed, Possess on Premise, and Carry Concealed/Employment, each tied to conditions described under section 400.00 of the NYS Penal Law.\"},{\"question\":\"What is required to apply for a carry concealed pistol license?\",\"answer\":\"Applicants must complete the “proper Cause” forms for issuance. 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