Permit to Carry Class Serving Owatonna
- $80, range fees included
- Free firearm, eye and ear protection if needed
- No experience needed
Three Ways to Train From Owatonna
Every option meets Minnesota's training requirement for a permit to carry. Pick the one that fits your week.
In person in Dodge Center
One weekend day, 9 am to 2:30 pm, at The Annadine, 16 West Main Street in Dodge Center. Classroom and live fire are done the same day, and you leave with your certificate.
Register in personOnline, then range in Kasson
Do the BCA approved classroom portion online, at your own pace. Then book a short range qualification in Kasson, just east of Dodge Center. Range times are open most nights and some weekends.
Start the online classA private class in Owatonna
Have 8 or more coworkers, friends or family members in Owatonna? I can bring a private class to your business or home, or host it at mine. Text or email me for a quote. If your group has 10 or more, the host's class is free.
Private class detailsWhat You Get for $80
The price is the same whether you come to Dodge Center or train online.
- $80, range fees included. Same price in person or online. No hidden fees.
- Free gear if you need it. If you do not have a firearm, eye or ear protection, we can provide some free of charge. If you use one of our handguns, ammo is provided. If you bring your own handgun, please bring 10 rounds of your own ammo.
- No experience needed. The shooting part is not a marksmanship test. It shows you can run a handgun safely and hit the target.
- Military and first responder discounts available.
- Satisfaction guarantee. If you aren't happy, you owe nothing, or I refund you in full if you pre-paid.
- Cancel any time. 24 hours' notice is appreciated so I can offer the seat to someone else.
Every student also gets lifetime support. If a question comes up after class, I'm a text or email away.
What the Class Covers
Minnesota law says the training has to cover pistol fundamentals, a live-fire qualification and the legal side of carry and self-defense. The class covers these topics.
- Personal Protection Plans
- Handgun Basics and Selection
- Handgun Fundamentals
- Self-Defense Laws, including the Use of Lethal Force
- The Aftermath
- Minnesota Carry Laws
- Gear Selection
- Range Qualification
After Class: Applying in Steele County
Owatonna residents apply with the Steele County Sheriff's Office Records Division, not the Owatonna Police Department. Here's what the county's records page says today:
- One place to apply. Permit to carry applications are processed only at the Steele County Sheriff's Office, 2500 Alexander St. SW, Owatonna.
- What to bring. The completed permit to carry application (PDF), your driver's license and your training certificate.
- Fees, paid in advance by cash or check only. $100 for a new permit. $75 to renew up to 90 days before expiration, or $85 within 30 days after. Veterans and military personnel pay $25 with military credentials.
- Processing. A permit to carry can take up to 30 days.
Your training certificate needs to be dated within one year of your application. Military and first responder discounts available.
Sources: the Steele County Sheriff records page, the City of Owatonna FAQ and Minn. Stat. 624.714. Fees and steps can change, so check the county page before you go.
Upcoming In-Person Classes
These are my public class dates. Dodge Center is the closest location to Owatonna.
October 2026
November 2026
December 2026
First Time Shooting? You're in Good Company
The live-fire part is not a marksmanship test. It shows you can handle a handgun safely, and I'm right there to help.
"As a first time shooter, Chris was very patient in helping me at the firing range. Thanks!"
Steve N., Precision Plus studentOwatonna Class Questions
Do you hold permit to carry classes in Owatonna?
My public classes are in Dodge Center, about 30 minutes east of Owatonna, and in Winona. If you have a group of 8 or more, I can bring a private class to your location in Owatonna.
Where do Owatonna residents apply for a permit to carry?
At the Steele County Sheriff's Office, 2500 Alexander St. SW in Owatonna. Permit to carry applications are processed only there, not at the Owatonna Police Department. Fees are paid in advance by cash or check.
How much does the Steele County permit cost?
The county lists $100 for a new permit, $75 to renew up to 90 days before expiration, $85 within 30 days after expiration, and $25 for veterans and military personnel with military credentials. My class is $80 on top of that.
Can I do the training online if I live in Owatonna?
Yes. The classroom portion is BCA approved and done online at your own pace. You finish with a short range qualification in Kasson, with times open most nights and some weekends.
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Ready to Get Your Permit?
Pick a weekend class in Dodge Center or start online today. Questions first? Text or email me. Text is best.