(a) A license that has been expired six (6) months or more shall be deemed “inactive”. A licensee whose license has become inactive may re-apply for licensure as an initial applicant. The fees and requirements shall be the same as for an initial application.
(b) Exemption from inactive status -- an active duty member of the armed forces of the United States, a member of the National Guard, or a member of a reserve component of the armed forces of the United States who is on active duty outside Arkansas may renew his or her license within thirty (30) days after the person returns to Arkansas by submitting the following renewal packet to the Division:
(1) A completed renewal application form prescribed by the Division;
(2) A verified statement that the licensee remains qualified pursuant to the criteria specified in ACA § 5-73-308(a) and ACA § 5-73-309;
(3) A non-refundable renewal fee as prescribed by Arkansas law;
(4) The applicable fee(s) for state and national background checks, as prescribed by law;
(5) A certification or training form properly completed by the licensee's Firearms Safety Training Instructor, or as allowed under ASP CHCL Rule 13.2, reflecting that the licensee's training was properly and successfully conducted;
(6) If the licensee does not hold an Arkansas driver's license, a digital photograph of the licensee; and
(7) Proof of active duty military assignment outside Arkansas on the expiration date of the license.
Credits
Amended Dec. 25, 2017; Jan. 27, 2020.
Current with amendments received through February 15, 2024. Some sections may be more current, see credit for details.
Ark. Admin. Code 130.00.8-5.2, AR ADC 130.00.8-5.2
