SLED reports more than 492,000 active concealed-weapons permits and explains revocations

May 5, 2026

SLED told the subcommittee there are over 492,000 active concealed-weapons permits; presenters described revocation and denial processes, saying revocation can follow a qualifying charge and denials occur when prohibiting charges appear on applicants' records.

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Major Douglas Mazique told the subcommittee, "As of yesterday, we have over 492,000 CW holders, active CWP permits." He supplied year-over-year context and said the office handled a high volume of applications and renewals.

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