Temporary Handgun Carry Permit

A person granted an Order of Protection may carry a handgun for 21 calendar days if they legally own the firearm and carry a certified copy of the Order of Protection.

The person may apply for a Temporary Handgun Carry Permit within the 21 days of the Order of Protection being issued. The permit is valid in Tennessee for 60 days.

Visit the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security website for more information on this permit type.