The Sheriff's Office accepts concealed carry applications on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00 A.M. until 4:00 P.M. and will issue permits on Thursdays from 8:00 A.M. until 4:00 P.M. except on holidays. If you are unable to apply or receive your permit due to scheduling conflicts, an appointment can be made by contacting the Sheriff's office.

Applications are available at the Sheriff's Administrative Office Monday through Friday. Applications can also be obtained online by visiting the Ohio Attorney General's website.

Fees

Resident for more than five years:	$55.00
Resident for less than five years:	$79.00
Replacement License Application *(Affidavit must be completed attesting to the loss or destruction of the license);*	$15.00
Temporary Emergency License *(Resident for more than five years)*	$30.00
Temporary Emergency License *(Resident for less than five years)*	$54.00

Acceptable methods of payment are cash, money order, cashiers check, or certified bank check made payable to the "Preble County Sheriff".

A passport-sized photograph must be attached to the upper left hand corner of the application. The applicant must show their original certificate of training when submitting application.