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Support Services Bureau
Permits and Licensing Unit

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.

2007 Licenses and Permits Issued Revenue
Explosives
Fireworks
Detectives and Security
Non-Resident Pistol Permits
284
52
1,962
10,559
$12,730.00
$40,040.00
$84,550.00
$211,180.00
Totals 12,857 $348,500.00
 
2007 Gunline Activity 2007 Court Ordered Gun Returns
Calls Received
Calls Approved
Calls Denied
Calls Pending
Remained Pending
Amended
17,328
16,821
134
447
50
1
Court Motions Received
Court Motions Approved
Court Motions Denied
417
339
78

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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