Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why do I need a Concealed Carry Permit ?
2. How do I apply for one ?
3. What do I need for the class ?
4. How much does it cost ?
5. Where is the class ?
6. How do I register for a class ?
7. What kind of gun should I get?

Why do I need a permit ... ?

There are several good reasons to have a concealed weapons permit. First and foremost, it gives you the legal ability to carry a handgun anywhere in Nevada, and currently 17 other states. That provides you the ability to defend yourself and your family as you travel.

The ATF revoked the NICS exemption early in 2008, where your permit would exempt you from the $25 "Brady" check for gun purchases. The NV Sheriff's and Chief's Assn is working to reinstate this privilege after the NV Legislature dropped the ball last session.

Lastly, because you can. The more people take advantage of this law, the less likely the politicians will be to mess with it. While most people don't carry all the time, it is comforting to know you can if you feel the need.

It's better to have it and not need it, than to need it and not have it...

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How do I apply for one ... ?

You will have to pick up an application package from the Sheriff of the county you reside in. If Washoe County, you can download and print it from the Training Courses page or the Sheriff's website. Then, you will have to take a class like ours, with the guns you intend to put on the permit. Once you have the certificate of training, you take that and your application back to your Sheriff, get your fingerprints and mugshots taken and pay the fees to the Sheriff, currently $100.25  After that, you just wait while your background investigation is completed. When that's done, you get the permit, or an explanation of denial. You can only be denied for very specific reasons outlined in the law. The permit is good for 5 years from the date of issuance.

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What do I need for the class ... ?

For our Basic class, if you want a Concealed Carry permit, you need to bring:

1. The gun(s) you want to put on the permit. The 2011 Legislature passed some changes to how qualifying works. Now you only need to bring one semi auto and one revolver, if you want to have both on your permit. 
2. Extra magazine for the semi auto, speedloader for a revolver. Useful but not    mandatory..
3. The state qualification requires 30 rounds for each gun. If you bring around 100 rounds, we will do some practical training after the qualification, if you wish to participate in that.
4. Holster if you have one, not mandatory for the basic class.
5. Eye and ear protection.
6. Lunch and clothing for the weather.. we go rain or shine.

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How much does it cost ?

The basic self defense class is $150. per person. If you are married and bring your spouse, we give you $50 off, which is $250 for the couple. We have always done this, because we think that if you have a gun, your wife (or husband)  should know how to use it, even if she/he doesn't want the permit.  No... any 2 people don't make a couple.. sorry.

We also give this class in a private lesson setting. It takes less time and we schedule them to your convenience. A private class is $250 per person, and the couple price is $450.

The Renewal class is $85. per person, and $150 for a couple. A private class is $175 ea. or $300 for a couple.

Qualifications with new guns during regular classes, $20 for 1 gun or $25 for 2 and $5 for each additional gun.

Want a private class for a small group of friends or family? Call us for a quote...

Sorry, we don't take credit cards at the class.. Cash or check is fine. You can  use a credit card from the class schedule page, when you register on line. Please note there is a 3% "shipping" charge on the card, as that is what we are charged to accept your payments. We just offer it as a convenience to you.

Please DO NOT mail your payments to us. Bring it to the class with you if not using the credit card. 

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Where is the class ?

We do all of our training at the Sierra Firearms Academy Training Center located at 150 Isidor, Bldg 2 Suite 203. in Sparks. It is not far from the range where we do all of our shooting. About 12 miles north of I80 on Pyramid Hwy, Calle De La Plata is a cross street, the first going north after the highway narrows to 2 lanes.
Turn left or west there, and our building is the first one on your right. We are
facing the inside parking lot between the 2 identical buildings. Turn right on Isidor and right into our parking lot.  Click the image of the map to the left for a full size image.

The Washoe County Regional Shooting Facility is virtually the only place in the area where it is legal to shoot. It is the only place we conduct our live fire training. We won't put you at risk of arrest by shooting in a congested area or on private property where it is illegal.          

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How do I sign up ?

Sign up online is the fastest and easiest way. Go to the Training Courses area and choose your class. Then click the Register Online! link.

No credit card required, just sign up information. You can pay by credit card at that time if you wish. or you can bring your cash or check to the class with you. We'll email you a confirmation of your reservation.

Or, you can call us at (775) 425-1678, and leave us your name and phone number, and we'll call back as soon as we can. Please be patient, sometimes we work long hours and can't always return calls the same day, but WE WILL call you back. We usually return calls in the evening, so give us a home or evening number, if possible.

More questions? Try the permit questions link.

If you can't find the answers, use the contact link and we'll get back to you !

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