City of Prior Lake, MN
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Permit to Purchase a Firearm
How to Apply:
All applicants must reside within the city limits of Prior Lake. Gun permit applications can be submitted in person or electronically via email. The following information is required by the applicant to apply:
- A completed Gun Permit Application with signatures. Please complete each field on the application. If the information is not applicable, please add N/A to that field.
- You may be required to create a digital signature in order to sign the document. If you are unable to do so, print the application and physically sign it. Once signed, you will need to scan the application and save it or take pictures of it in order to attach the application to your email.
- Copy or image of applicant's ID or Driver's License with a current Prior Lake address.
- For electronic applications, a "Selfie" is required in order to verify your identity. (Headshot picture only please.)
- Email ALL of the items listed above to Police@PriorLakeMN.gov with subject line stating, "Gun Permit Application" or you may bring items 1 and 2 to the Prior Lake Police Department to apply in person.
*In lieu of page five of the application, a confirmation email will be sent once records staff has received your complete application and identifying documents.
Additional Information:
Permit applications will be processed once police records staff have received ALL of the required items. Approved permits will be mailed to the address listed on the application. Denied applicants will receive a declination letter via U.S. Mail.
Due to the increase in applications, we will do our best to process your information within 7 business days.
Conceal & Carry:
Visit the Scott County Sheriff's website for information regarding a Permit to Carry.