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Support Services Bureau
Permits and Licensing Unit

PUBLIC COUNTER (for in-person requests)
MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY
8:15 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
ROOM 106

The Permits and Licensing Unit performs background checks on individuals applying for pistol permits, private investigators licenses, security guards licenses and fireworks permits. The Permits and Licensing Unit also inspects all non-permissible fireworks displays throughout the state as well as inspects construction sites where explosives are used.

2008 Licenses and Permits Issued Revenue
Explosives
Fireworks
Detectives and Security
Non-Resident Pistol Permits
281
51
1,828
10,672
$14,490.00
$41,820.00
$75,045.00
$213,440.00
Totals 12,832 $344,795.00
 
2008 Gunline Activity 2008 Court Ordered Gun Returns
Calls Received
Calls Approved
Calls Denied
Calls Pended
Remained Pending
Amended
20,704
20,407
158
576
85
3
Court Motions Received
Court Motions Approved
Court Motions Denied
Court Motions Pended
479
404
70
5

Contact Us - How to contact us.

Pistol and Revolver - Licensing for Pistols and Revolvers.

FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions About Permits and Licensing.

Explosives/Fireworks - Licensing for Explosives and Fireworks.

Security/Detectives - Detective Agencies and Security Services.

NH Pistol/Revolver RSAs & Rules Online - RSA includes Self-defense weapons and martial arts weapons.

   
 
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