Firearms Licenses
The Probate Court of White County issues firearms
licenses to all qualified persons who are residents of White County, Georgia.
The firearms license authorizes a person to carry a handgun on or about his or
her person, openly or in certain concealed positions. These include in a
shoulder or waist belt holster, hip grip, or similar device, handbag, purse,
attaché case, briefcase or other closed container.
Requirements for Firearms Permit:
- Must be 21 years of age
- Must be a resident of White County, Georgia
- Must submit a picture identification including the physical address
- Must submit to a criminal background check before any license is issued
(If the applicant has been convicted of any drug charges, misdemeanor or felony, or if there are any convictions or pending charges under the Domestic Violence Act, then no firearm permit will be issued. Convicted felons and persons suffering from mental illness are also barred from receiving a permit to carry a concealed weapon. If you have questions regarding the various prohibitions for firearms licenses, you may discuss the issues in person with Probate Court personnel.
Fees:
$20.00 payable by check, cash or money order to the Probate Court at the time of application; and a $26.00 money
order or cashier’s check payable to GCIC, which must be presented to the
Sheriff’s department at the time the applicant appears for fingerprinting.
The license, when approved, is valid for five years.
For additional information relating to the application for a Firearms Permit, please contact the White County Probate Court.