chp-web.dps.louisiana.govLouisiana Concealed Handgun Permit

{1} ##LOC[OK]## {1} ##LOC[OK]## ##LOC[Cancel]## {1} ##LOC[OK]## ##LOC[Cancel]## Help Home Start Application Search Application Change of Address Request FFL CHP Status Inquiry Contact Information General Information Line LSP HQ Main Number: (225) 925-6006 Click here for GENERAL INFORMATON AND INSTRUCTIONS and MAIL-IN APPLICATION Terms of Use Policy The Louisiana Department of Public Safety, hereafter referred to as “LADPS”, is providing this website as a service to the public. The usage of the content, images and logos on the LADPS site by any other website is strictly prohibited by law. The usage of data without the expressed written consent of LADPS is a violation of copyright and other proprietary rights. The misrepresentation via modification of information from this website in any presentation is injudicious and shall be dealt with accordingly to the fullest extent of the law. Site information may be distributed or copied, to the extent provided by law. Unauthorized use of the words "Louisiana Department of Public Safety", or the initials "LADPS", or any imitation is prohibited. This policy focuses on the conduct of this site's users, the collection, disclosure, access and security of information that may be obtained through the use of the LADPS website. By using this Website, the user (1) consents to, and agrees to abide by and be subject to, any and all policies/disclaimers/terms and conditions for access applicable to the LADPS, Office of State Police, Concealed Handgun Permit Unit Website, and (2) waives any and all rights that the user may or might have against the Department, or any of its officials, employees, or contractors, arising out of use of and/or reliance on this Website. Online Conduct Policy The user agrees to use the LADPS website only for lawful purposes. User is prohibited from posting on or transmitting through the LADPS's website any unlawful, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, vulgar, obscene, sexually explicit, profane, hateful, racially, ethnically, or otherwise objectionable material of any kind, including but not limited to any material that encourages conduct that would constitute a criminal offense, give rise to civil liability, or otherwise violate any applicable local, state, national, or international law. If the LADPS is notified of allegedly infringing, defamatory, damaging, illegal, or offensive content provided by User (e.g., through an author, chat or online review), LADPS may investigate the allegation and determine in its sole discretion whether to remove or request the removal of such content from the LADPS's website. LADPS may disclose any content or electronic communication of any kind to satisfy any law, regulation, or government request; if such disclosure is necessary or appropriate to operate the LADPS's website; or to protect the rights or property of LADPS, its Users or Providers. LADPS reserves the right to prohibit conduct, communication, or content that it deems in its sole discretion to be harmful to individual users, this state Department, the communities that make up the LADPS website, or any rights of LADPS or any third party, or to violate any applicable law. Notwithstanding the foregoing, neither LADPS nor its Providers can ensure prompt removal of questionable content after online posting. Accordingly, neither LADPS, nor its affiliates, nor any of their officers, directors, employees, or agents, nor Providers shall assume liability for any action or inaction with respect to conduct, communication, or content on LADPS's website. Privacy Policy LADPS is providing this website as a service to the public. LADPS is dedicated to helping the Louisiana citizen in any way possible. We want to provide you with information that will assist you in completing any Concealed Handgun Permit Unit transaction. We are aware that with increasing technology and usage of the electronic beltway to do business there exists an increasing faction determined to breach the walls of security aimed at protecting confidential information of our citizens. We have gone to great lengths to insure and preserve your privacy when visiting our site. This policy focuses on the collection, disclosure, access, security and submission of information that may be obtained through the use of the LADPS site. It incorporates the following areas: Disclaimer Privacy Statement Cookies Disclosure of Information Links to Third Party Sites Electronic Submission I. Disclaimer The purpose of this site is to provide immediate access to public and private information concerning LADP’S business requirements, and enforcement of regulations as administered by LADPS. We strive to provide current, reliable and accurate information; however, we fully recognize the possibility of human and/or mechanical error occurring. We, the LADPS, its employees, officers and agencies, deny any warranty (expressed or implied) of accuracy, reliability or timeliness of any information published via this site and shall not be held liable for any losses caused by usage and reliance upon the accuracy, reliability or timeliness of such information. Any person or entity that relies upon such information obtained from this site does so at his or her own risk. The user expressly agrees that the use of this site is at the user's sole risk. If any portion or item of this application thereof is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions or items of this application and to this end the provisions of this application are hereby deemed severable. II. Privacy Statement Any personal information requested or gathered via this site will be used only for purposes necessary to conduct government business with you. It will not be traded, sold, or given to any other party except as specifically allowed or required by law. We cannot guarantee the privacy and confidentiality of information provided to us via this site; however, we will do everything reasonably possible to protect your information using technology and good business practices. Pass codes, passwords, user names, and etc. will be confidential. Pass codes, passwords, user names, and etc. will be confidential. III. Cookies We occasionally use cookies to enhance service to you by customizing your browsing experience. Cookies are simple text files stored by your web browser to collect information about your activities while accessing the LADPS website. Refuse or Delete Cookies: You can refuse the cookie or delete the cookie file from your computer at any time by using any one of a number of widely available methods. Also, by not using cookies, your overall Internet browsing experience may be affected. IV. Disclosure Of Information The LADPS, Office of State Police, Concealed Handgun Permit Unit, maintains the confidentiality of information collected pursuant La. R.S. 40:1379.3A(2). In particular, any information or records, either verbal or written and whether said records are public, private, confidential or privileged in nature, which are provided to LADPS in connection with a concealed handgun permit application shall be held confidential and not subject to any public records request pursuant to La. R.S. 44:1 et seq. V. Links To Third Party Sites The LADPS website may contain links to third-party websites, including but not limited to other government agencies, the federal government and reciprocating sites. The linked sites are not under the control of the LADPS; furthermore, LADPS is not responsible for the contents of any linked site or any link contained in a linked site. LADPS is providing these links only as a convenience to the public and/or reciprocating measure, and the inclusion of a link does not imply endorsement of content, viewpoint, policies, products or services of that website by this agency. If you feel that information you have obtained via a third-party link is inaccurate or offensive, we suggest you contact the original producer/distributor of that information. Plea...