I just went online to order a couple pistol permits like I did back in July when I got my first one. I was surprised when I saw this posted on the Wake website:
Why can't I just authorize it online?
Back in July I was approved the same day. Now it looks like I'm going to have to make two trips downtown.
**Effective December 1, 2015, North Carolina General Statute 14-404(e1) requires applicants to sign a release of court orders concerning mental health and capacity for pistol purchase permits.
**You MUST come in to the Sheriff’s Office within five (5) business days after you have completed the online portion of the application. Your application process will not begin until this final step has been completed.
Why can't I just authorize it online?
Back in July I was approved the same day. Now it looks like I'm going to have to make two trips downtown.