The Clerk of Court and his staff are required to follow strict state guidelines when performing the necessary background checks for Concealed Handgun Permits. Due to the nature of the detailed due diligence, appointment times and processing times can take multiple weeks.
Completed applications for RESIDENT permits shall be submitted to the circuit court of the county or city in which the applicant resides.
Pricing
To Apply for a Concealed Handgun Permit at the Wythe County Clerk of Circuit Court, the applicant must:
Documentation of Proof of Handgun Competency - Section 18.2-308.02
The court shall require proof that the applicant has demonstrated competence with a handgun in person and the applicant may demonstrate such competence by one of the following, but no applicant shall be required to submit to any additional demonstration of competence, nor shall any proof of demonstrated competence expire:
A photocopy of a certificate of completion of any of the courses or classes; an affidavit from the instructor, school, club, organization, or group that conducted or taught such course or class attesting to the completion of the course or class by the applicant; or a copy of any document that shows completion of the course or class or evidences participation in firearms competition shall constitute evidence of qualification under this subsection.
Where can I find more information? Please reference the Virginia State Police website for more FAQs and for an up-to-date list of states that offer agreements and/or reciprocity for Virginia Permits.
Wythe County Clerk of Circuit Court
225 South Fourth Street, Room 105
Wytheville, VA 24382
Phone: 276-223-6050
Fax: 276-223-6057
Email: jmusser@vacourts.gov
Permitium Software
Email: help@permitium.com
Phone: 855-642-2453