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Gun Permits

PictureClick the image above to Sign Up today
Step 1 - Click the image to the right or click here and fill out the applicable information.
Step 2 - Make an appointment to have your fingerprints taken.

​Once you have completed steps 1 and 2 you will need to come to our department at 1617 K ST to finish the process.  You will need to bring the following with you...
  • Valid Photo ID
  • Receipt that your fingerprints have been taken
  • Cash or Money Order (make money order to the City of Bedford)
Permit Pricing:
  • Indiana handgun permits are free at this time.  Electronic fingerprinting is $12.95.

If you do not live inside BEDFORD CITY LIMITS you must contact the Sheriff Department to complete your permit. 

***Not all addresses that list Bedford as the city are within city limits.  If you are unsure, contact Dispatch at 812-275-3311***
ADDRESS:
2308 16th Street
Bedford, In 47421
https://www.bedfordpolicedepartment.com/
PHONE:
Emergency Dial 911
812-275-3311 (Non-Emergencies)
LOBBY HOURS:
Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM-4:30 PM
RESOURCES:
Smart 911
Accident Reports
​​Gun Permits

Public Firearm Classes
Distracted Driving Guidelines
Fraud and Scams
Identity Theft
IN Sex Offender Registry
City Code and Ordinances
LOCAL LINKS:
City of Bedford, IN
Lawrence County Sherriff Department
Mitchell Police Department
Bloomington Police Department
​Indiana State Police​ 
​
OTHER LINKS:
National Center For Missing & Exploited Children
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)
​Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives (ATF)
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  • Home
  • Divisions
    • Officers Division
    • Detective Division
    • School Resource Division
    • Dispatch
    • Office Staff
    • K-9 Team
    • ESU Team
  • Resources
    • Smart 911
    • Accident Reports
    • Gun Permits
    • Firearm Training
    • Distracted Driving Guidelines
    • Fraud and Scams
    • Identity Theft
    • Soliciting Permit Holders
  • Inside BPD
    • BPD History
    • Community Involvement
  • Employment
    • Current Openings
    • Online Application
    • Dispatcher Application
  • Contact Us
    • Extra Patrol Request
    • Report Drug Activities
    • Submit A Tip
    • Submit A Public Records Request
  • Links
    • City of Bedford >
      • Mayor's Office
      • Clerk Treasurer
      • Fire Department
      • Parks Department
      • Planning/Zoning Department
      • Transportation Department
      • Street Department
      • City Utilities
    • Police Agencies >
      • Indiana State Police
      • Lawrence County Sherriff Department
      • Mitchell Police Department
      • Bloomington Police Department
    • Federal Law Enf. Agencies >
      • Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
      • Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)
      • ​Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives (ATF)