Pawtucket, RI · Providence County
Concealed Pistol And Revolver Permit Application
This 12-page application package is for people applying to the Pawtucket Police Department for a new or renewed license to carry a concealed pistol or revolver.
- 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
The package includes the permit application, policy, instructions, an applicant affidavit, and sections for firearms qualification and references. Pawtucket requires applicants to complete the application truthfully, sign and notarize it, and submit the requested supporting materials. The instructions also require notarized reference letters and notarized copies of identification, among other items. The Police Department reviews the submission and may require an interview or additional information before making a decision.
Who needs it
People applying for a new or renewed concealed pistol or revolver permit through the Pawtucket Police Department need to complete and submit this package.
Why it needs a notary
The application includes an applicant affidavit with a jurat; the applicant signs and swears to the affidavit before the notary, and the instructions require notarization of the application.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Application
Get the Pawtucket Police Department’s concealed pistol and revolver permit package.
- 2
Complete The Package
Fill out the application and gather the supporting documents listed in the instructions.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Schedule a remote session with a commissioned online notary for the applicant affidavit.
- 4
Sign On Video
Sign and swear to the affidavit during the online notarization session.
- 5
Submit To Pawtucket
Submit the completed application and required supporting materials to the Pawtucket Police Department.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Pawtucket. 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 Pawtucket permit application notarized online?
- Complete the application, then meet with a commissioned online notary by video. Sign and swear to the affidavit during the session, and follow the notary’s instructions for completing the jurat.
- Do I need to sign the application in front of a notary?
- Yes. The instructions say the application must be signed and notarized, and the affidavit includes a jurat for the applicant to sign and swear to before a notary.
- Can this application be notarized remotely in Rhode Island?
- Rhode Island permanently authorizes remote online notarization by a commissioned online notary under R.I. Gen. Laws §§ 42-30.1-12.1 and 42-30.1-12.2. Confirm that the city accepts your completed notarized submission.
- What supporting documents does the application package request?
- The instructions list photographs, identification, references and notarized reference letters, firearms qualification proof, residency documents, and other materials depending on the applicant’s circumstances. Confirm with the city or town clerk if unsure.