How Do You Get A Permit To Carry A Concealed Weapon In New Mexico?
New Mexico is a “shall issue” state. A carry and conceal weapon (CCW) permit will be issued to anyone who qualifies and will serve as a National Instant Criminal System (NICS) check. The issuing authority is the New Mexico Department of Public Safety. The following steps will show how to obtain a CCW license in New Mexico. Be 21 years old and a resident of New Mexico. Complete an approved course in firearms training. Be sure to qualify with the largest caliber handgun you plan to carry. Submit the following documents to the New Mexico Department of Public Safety: a completed application; a nonrefundable application fee; two full sets of fingerprints; a certified copy of your training certificate; two color photographs; a certified copy of a birth certificate or proof of US citizenship and proof of residency in New Mexico. Receive your permit or be denied in 30 days after the background check has been completed. The background check process is thorough and averages two to eight weeks, a
