A Denial Is a Decision Worth Examining.
- Permit-to-carry denials
- Permit-to-purchase denials
- Agency decisions and supporting records
- Errors in the information relied upon
- Appeal and hearing preparation
- Related restoration and eligibility questions
Understand the Reason Given
The written denial should be reviewed with the application and the information cited by the agency. Rob and his team identify the factual and legal basis asserted and compare it with the underlying record. A disagreement about a conviction, order, or other history requires the actual source documents.
Choose the Correct Process
A carry-permit denial, a purchase-permit denial, and a separate background-check denial may call for different responses. The process should match the decision you received. Prompt review helps identify the available route and the timing that applies to your circumstances.
Use the 20-Business-Day Reconsideration Window
Under Minn. Stat. § 624.714, subd. 6(b), a denied carry-permit applicant has 20 business days to submit additional documentation addressing the denial. After receiving that documentation, the sheriff must reconsider the denial and report the result within 15 business days. Contact our team promptly so this opportunity can be evaluated while the window is open.
Build a Focused Challenge
An attorney can help gather relevant records, correct factual errors, and prepare a written submission that directly addresses the sheriff’s stated reasons for denial. Rob and his team organize the supporting information and legal explanation to maximize the chance of favorable reconsideration. If the denial remains in place, the team can evaluate district-court review.
Consider Related Restrictions
A permit issue may reveal a separate question about eligibility to possess firearms. If so, the strategy needs to account for both. Rob and his team explain the proposed scope, fees, and any additional review needed so you understand what the representation is intended to address.
Questions About Firearm Permit Appeals
Do You Handle Concealed Carry Permit Denials?
Yes. In Minnesota, “concealed carry permit” is a common name for the permit to carry a pistol. Minnesota’s permit is not limited to concealed carry. Rob and his team review the sheriff’s denial notice and the available grounds for a permit-to-carry appeal.
Do You Review Both Carry and Purchase Permit Denials?
Yes. Provide the complete denial and specify the type of permit. Identifying the actual decision is necessary to assess the appropriate process and next steps.
Can I Submit More Information After a Carry-Permit Denial?
Yes. Minn. Stat. § 624.714, subd. 6(b), provides 20 business days to submit additional documentation relating to the denial. The sheriff must reconsider and report the result within 15 business days after receiving it. An attorney can help prepare a focused, well-supported submission to maximize the chance of favorable reconsideration.
What If the Agency Relied on Incorrect Information?
Identify the apparent error and provide the underlying court or agency record if available. Rob and his team compare the stated reason with the source documents and evaluate how the issue can be raised.
What Should I Keep After a Denial?
Keep the decision, envelope, application, supporting materials, and related communications. Note when you received the notice and arrange a consultation so the process and timing can be reviewed.
Discuss your goals and the next steps in a free initial consultation.