Gun Purchase Permit

Gun Purchase Permit

Gun Purchase Permits can be obtained Wednesday through Friday between 9 a.m. - 4 p.m at the police department (505 W. Michigan). There is no fee for a gun purchase permit.


What to Bring

  • Bring either a Michigan Driver's License or State ID to the Records Bureau.
  • After we issue the permit, you have 30 days to purchase the gun.

Notarization Required

The purchase permit will need to be notarized. The Records Bureau can notarize your permit for a fee of $10, or you may have it notarized by any notary.


Once you have made your gun purchase, you must provide the Ypsilanti Police Department Records Bureau with the Michigan State Police copy and Agency copy within 10 days.


Concealed Pistol License

For a concealed pistol license. Contact the Washtenaw County Sheriff Department for information on how to obtain a license.