Understanding Oklahoma Handgun Permit Process, Legal Framework and Its Importance in the Era of Constitutional Carry
SDA Handgun Permit vs “Constitutional Carry”
What is an SDA Permit?
SDA Permit allows individuals to carry a firearm for self-defense within Oklahoma. Unlike the state’s permitless carry, the SDA permit provides the added benefit of reciprocity, enabling the permit holder to legally carry a firearm in other states that recognize Oklahoma’s permit.
What is Oklahoma permitless carry?
Oklahoma permitless carry, also known as “constitutional carry” or conceal carry, allows individuals who are at least 21 years old, or 18 if in the military, to carry a concealed or openly carried firearm without the need for a permit. While no license is required, individuals must still comply with state and federal firearm regulations.
Does SDA Permit require education?
Obtaining an Oklahoma SDA permit requires completing an eight-hour instructional course, including a live-fire range exercise where participants must fire 50 rounds. The course is NOT required for veterans, who may submit an “honorable” DD214 in lieu of a completion certificate. A certificate of completion from this course is required when applying for the SDA permit through the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI).
Can I simply do the classroom?
No, the education provided is an important aspect, but the individual must demonstrate the ability to safely and correctly handle a firearm.
So, does this course teach pistol shooting?
THIS COURSE DOES NOT TEACH MARKSMANSHIP OR THE USE OF AN INDIVIDUAL FIREARM (Students should be familiar with the operation of their firearm ahead of attendance).
Facts About Handgun Permits
How many persons hold a permit?
A recent study noted there are 21,846,557 permit holders. CPRC (research group), which has been tracking CCW data since 2011, found there were 22 million concealed carry permit holders in 2022.
Why have a permit?
Did you know that presenting a firearm to deter personal property theft is illegal?
Understanding the legal framework associated with carrying a firearm is critical. The education requirement ensures you have a firm comprehension of “Castle Doctrine”, “Stand Your Ground”, and additional relevant statutes.
Do women actually carry?
In 2022, women made up 29.2% of conceal carry permit holders in the 15 states that provided data by gender. The growth rate for permits has been 111% faster for women than men over the last 10 years. For example, in Florida, one-third of concealed weapons license holders were women as of February 28, 2023.
Why take a class? I know firearms.
Even with years of experience, many firearm owners do not know or have forgotten the situations where the use of firearms is justifiable.
A formal class on conceal carry provides access to an experienced instructor, educational materials, and the opportunity for questions that should be answered before you draw a firearm.
What are the learning objectives?
* Meaning of “imminent danger” and “deadly force”
*Circumstances in which you may carry or transport a firearm and prohibited acts using a firearm.
*Firearm safety in the classroom, during dry fire exercises, and during live-fire activities.
READY TO ATTEND?
Where, When, What, and How
Classroom and live-fire activities are conducted INDOORS.
Classes are available each month via regularly scheduled classes or can be custom scheduled for groups of two or more students.
Equipment You Need:
- Handgun (.45 caliber or smaller)
- Eye protection
- Ear protection
- Baseball type cap or hat with a brim or bill
- 50 rounds of factory ammunition (NO reloads, commercial or otherwise)
Some instructors may
provide equipment for a nominal fee so please feel free to ask when registering
for your class.
