CCARE ACT FROM ATTORNEY GENERALS OFFICE 9.15.23

HOW TO FILE A "FIREARMS PERMIT TO CARRY" APPLICATION 

 Updated 7.28.23

The Application Process for CCW (Conceal Carry Weapon) is now ELECTRONIC.  As with regular ID Cards and Permits to Purchase a handgun you will apply directly to the NJ State Police on their website.

Please visit https://www.njportal.com/NJSP/ConcealedCarry/  to complete the process.

A processing fee of $150 is due to the Borough of Hawthorne once your application has been submitted and prior to completion.  Payment can me made in person, by mail or over the phone by credit card.  We do not accept cash so personal check, money order, or credit card only please.

Contact Gina Brown at (973)304-2056 or email Gbrown@hawthornepdnj.org with any questions.

* A NEW JERSEY PERMIT TO CARRY IS VALID FOR TWO (2) YEARS FROM DATE OF APPROVAL.

Updated 1/31/23