North Stonington, CT · New London County
Pistol Permit and Eligibility Certificate Application
This Connecticut State Police application lets individuals request a temporary or non-resident pistol permit, or an eligibility certificate to purchase pistols, revolvers, or long guns.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
Applicants complete the form with identifying, residence, employment, permit-history, medical, criminal, and military information, then sign a declaration that their answers are true and correct. The form instructs applicants to submit it to the appropriate local authority with required supporting documents, a fee, and a firearms safety course certificate; fingerprints are also required. The sworn declaration and notarial certificate appear on page four.
Who needs it
Individuals applying for a pistol permit or eligibility certificate use this form and submit it to the appropriate local authority with the required materials.
Why it needs a notary
The applicant signs the declaration under oath before a notary public or Commissioner of Superior Court, who completes the subscribed-and-sworn certificate on page four.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Application
Download the pistol permit and eligibility certificate application from the North Stonington town website.
- 2
Complete the Form
Fill in the application and declaration. Gather the supporting documents listed in the instructions.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule an appointment with a commissioned online notary and have identification ready.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign the sworn declaration during your online video appointment so the notary can complete the certificate.
- 5
Submit to the Local Authority
Submit the notarized application and required materials to the appropriate local authority as instructed.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from North Stonington. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I get the application notarized online?
- Complete the form, then book with a commissioned online notary. Sign the declaration during your video appointment so the notary can complete the subscribed-and-sworn certificate.
- Do I need to sign the application in front of a notary?
- The form includes a declaration under oath and a certificate stating it was subscribed and sworn before a notary public or Commissioner of Superior Court. Sign that declaration before the notary.
- What should I submit with the application?
- The instructions list a firearms safety and use course certificate, a fee payable to the local authority, and proof of legal presence. Fingerprints are required; contact local law enforcement for directions.
- Can I use online notarization for this Connecticut form?
- Connecticut authorizes remote online notarization by its own notaries under Public Act 23-28, codified at Conn. Gen. Stat. §3-95b, effective October 1, 2023. Conn. Gen. Stat. §1-57 recognizes qualifying notarial acts performed outside Connecticut. Confirm with the town clerk if unsure.
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