General Information for ND CWL from ND BCI

• It is the responsibility of the applicant/renewal applicant to comply fully with all rules, regulations, and processes relating to applying for a license to carry a concealed weapon.

• It is the concealed weapon license holder’s duty and responsibility to comply with all applicable state and federal laws.

• A license holder may not carry concealed under his/her concealed weapon license if the license has expired, even if the renewal application is being processed. Timely renewal is the responsibility of the license holder.

• The office of the Attorney General and the BCI are prohibited by law from providing legal advice or assistance to the public. For an interpretation of State or Federal laws and their applicability, contact and attorney in private practice.

Q: What if I move to a different address?

A: You must notify the BCI of an address change within 30 days, by completing a change request form, available on the website. You are not required to have your license updated but you can choose to do so. There is no charge.

Q: Do I need to turn anything else in with my application?

A: Before submitting your application to the BCI, make sure you have all of the required documents attached with your application. You can review the checklist online.

Q: Is there an application fee?

A: Yes, there is a $60 fee payable by cashier’s check or money order (no personal checks) to the North Dakota Attorney General.

Q: How do I check the status of my application?

A: It takes up to 60 days after the BCI receives your properly completed application with all required documentation to be processed. If it has been more than 60 days you can submit a status check inquiry by following the “Application Status” page on their website.

Q: Do I need to retest to renew my Class 1 license?

A: Yes, to renew your class 1 license, you must retake all the training and testing as if you were a new applicant.

Q: Do I need to test again to renew my Class 2 license?

A: No, testing is not required to renew a Class 2 license.

Q: Can I renew an expired license?

A: No, an expired license is not valid and cannot be renewed.

Q: Can I replace a lost or stolen license?

A: Yes, you can replace a lost or stolen license by completing and submitting a change request form on the BCI website. There is no charge for the replacement.

Q: Do I have to notify the BCI if I change my name?

A: Yes, you must notify the BCI of a name change by submitting a change request form found on their website. Your license must be returned and reissued in your new name. There is no charge.

Q: How will I know when to renew my license?

A: The BCI will send a renewal reminder notice to the last address they have on file. Timely renewal is the responsibility of the license holder.

• The questions on the test are taken from information in the manual and the relevant chapters of the North Dakota Century Code (NDCC), which can be found under “The Laws” tab below.

• Carefully review the information. All applicants must score 100% on Part 1 (questions 1-28) and 70% on Part 2 (questions 29-35 — at least 5 correct answers) in order to pass the test.

• The full text of the chapters of the NDCC referenced can be found on the legislative councils website free of charge.

Weapons Law - Title 62.1 - Weapons

• Chapter 62.1-01 Definitions - General Provisions

• Chapter 62.1-02 Possession of Weapons

• Chapter 62.1-03 Handguns

• Chapter 62.1-04 Concealed Weapons

• Chapter 62.1-05 Machine guns, automatic rifles, silencers, bombs

Self Defense - Title 12.1 - Criminal Code

• Chapter 12.1-01 General Definitions

• Chapter 12.1-02 Justification