The Oklahoma Self Defense Act Safety Course is required to apply for a handgun license in the State of Oklahoma. This class is a total of eight hours of instruction on Title 21, Oklahoma Law, and the safe handling of a firearm. Completion of this course is achieved when all the practical tasks and exercises have been completed to the satisfaction of the instructor. This does include a 50 round competency test and a score of 70% or higher on a multiple-choice exam. Once completed, you will receive the signed certificate needed to apply for an Oklahoma Handgun License.
Items needed:
· Valid driver’s license or state ID
· Reliable Semi-Automatic Handgun or Revolver
· 50 rounds of ammunition
· Eye and Ear Protection
· Note taking material
· Brimmed hat
Class Information:
Cost: $70 - due at the time of registration. NO REFUNDS AFTER AUGUST 6th, 2022.
We will be shooting at an outdoor range nearby, so please dress accordingly. Open toed shoes & low-cut blouses are not allowed on the range.
Lunch and water are provided (pizza). *Refrigerator and microwave are available for use by students.
To register, email Jamie at oklahomaguntraining@yahoo.com
Requirements to qualify for an Oklahoma SDA license
Must be at least 21 years of age
A citizen of the United States
You are a resident of Oklahoma State
You must have a valid Oklahoma driver license or state photo identification card.
You have read and become knowledgeable of the Oklahoma Self Defense Act
You have completed an approved firearms training class or obtained an exemption
You must not have any convictions for the following offenses;
assault and battery, which caused serious physical injury to the victim, or any second or subsequent assault and battery conviction;
aggravated assault and battery;
stalking;
a violation relating to the Protection from Domestic Abuse Act, or any violation of a victim protection order of another state;
any conviction relating to illegal drug use or possession; or
an act of domestic abuse or domestic assault and battery.
Must not have two or more convictions for public intoxication in last 3 years.
Must not have 2 or more convictions for Driving Under the Influence and/or Intoxication in last 3 years.
You have no significant character defects evidenced by a misdemeanor criminal record indicating habitual criminal activity.
The following individuals may be exempt from all or part of the required training and qualification course. *Notify Instructor in advance if you think you may qualify for an exemption:
A firearms instructor registered with the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation for purposes of the Oklahoma Self‑Defense Act;
An active-duty law enforcement officer of this state or any of its political subdivisions or of the federal government;
A retired law enforcement officer authorized by this state pursuant to Section 1289.8 of this title to carry a firearm;
A CLEET-certified armed security officer, armed guard, correctional officer, or any other person having a CLEET certification to carry a firearm in the course of their employment;
A person on active military duty, National Guard duty or regular military reserve duty who is a legal resident of this state and who is trained and qualified in the use of handguns;
A person honorably discharged from active military duty, National Guard duty or military reserves within twenty (20) years preceding the date of the application for a handgun license pursuant to the provisions of the Oklahoma Self‑Defense Act, who is a legal resident of this state, and who has been trained and qualified in the use of handguns;
A person retired as a peace officer in good standing from a law enforcement agency located in another state, who is a legal resident of this state, and who has received training equivalent to the training required for CLEET certification in this state; and
Any person who is otherwise deemed qualified for a training exemption by CLEET.
Important links:
To register, email Jamie at oklahomaguntraining@yahoo.com
Cost: $70 and payment is due upon registration. This does include all range a facility fees.
No refunds after August 6th, 2022.