
FingerPrinting
Fingerprinting will be done (excluding holidays) by appointment from 9:00 am to 11:00 am and 1:00 pm to 4:00pm Monday thru Friday. A picture ID with name and signature is required. The fee is $10.00 per applicant. You need to be at the Sheriff's Office by 3:45 pm. There may also be a waiting period due to jail operations.
Firearm Permits

Requirements to apply for an Iowa Annual Permit to Acquire Pistols or RevolversApplicants:
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Must be 21 years of age or older.
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Must be a resident of Van Buren County.
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Must make application in the county where the applicant resides.
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Will provide a valid ID or drivers license from the Iowa Department of Transportation.
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Applications will be accepted Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:00 pm excluding county holidays.
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Fees for processing new permits: $25.00 for 5 years.
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Application requires minimum of three (3) working days to process. Approved permits will be mailed to the applicant.
Requirements for Iowa Permit to Carry:
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Permits can only be issues in the county that you live in.
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Applications will be accepted Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:00 pm excluding county holidays.
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Fees for processing new permits: $50.00.
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You will need to have documentation of required training.
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You will need to provide a valid ID or drivers license from the Iowa Department of Transportation.