The Sheriff's Office administers the concealed handgun licensing program for residents of Washington County. Each applicant is fingerprinted and photographed, and an extensive criminal, civil, and mental health background check is conducted. Currently, there are approximately 13,500 Washington County residents with a concealed handgun license.
To qualify for a concealed handgun license you must:
be at least 21 years of age
be a US citizen or have proof of application with intent to become a citizen
never have been convicted of a disqualifying crime of domestic violence
never have been convicted of a felony
not have been convicted of a misdemeanor in the last four years
not be a registered sex offender
not have been convicted of more than one drug-related crime
pay appropriate fees
provide written documentation that demonstrates that you have taken a handgun safety course
pass a background check
New Applicants: First time applicants may complete the fillable application form and mail it to Washington County Sheriff's Office, Concealed Handgun License Unit, 215 SW Adams Avenue MS #32, Hillsboro, OR 97123. An appointment notice will be mailed to you indicating the date and time to come in and have your photograph and fingerprints taken. The fee at the time of the appointment is $65 and the license is valid for four years.
Renewals: Please contact the Concealed Handgun License Unit at (503) 846-2761 to schedule an appointment. All concealed handgun license holders wishing to renew their licenses must provide proof of U.S. Citizenship at the time of appointment, such as a U.S. birth certificate, passport, or naturalization papers. You may complete the renewal form in advance by completing the fillable application. Please print and bring the completed form to your appointment.
Address Change: If you are a current Washington County CHL cardholder and have moved within Washington County, please change your DMV information first, and then come by the CHL Office at the Sheriff's Office to obtain an updated card. Please complete the application form online, then print and bring it with you. An appointment is not necessary for an address change. Our hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The cost of the address change is $15.
