Citizen Firearms Training - Handgun (Civilians Only) FREE

Cost: FREE to Jefferson County Citizens

The class covers safety, different types of handguns, different operating systems between the types of handguns, how they function, and what type of handgun may suit the citizen the best.  The classroom will include instruction in the basics of handgun marksmanship.

In addition to these subjects, legal issues regarding carrying a concealed weapon are also covered. The classroom portion of the class is interactive, with a question-and-answer period, where citizens can ask about anything pertaining to firearms. After the classroom portion is taught, students have the opportunity to shoot their handguns on the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office outdoor range.

Students will be under the supervision of the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office instructors, who are available to coach, answer questions, and maintain a safe environment during all phases of range shooting. Students may bring their own handguns, or borrow one from the Training Center, and are encouraged to try out different types of handguns. Students attending the class are required to bring ammunition for their handgun, or if borrowing a handgun from the Training Center, 9mm or .38 Special ammunition to use in these.

(FACTORY NEW AMMUNITION FOR CLASS-NO RELOADS)

*** NOTE, YOU CAN NOT PURCHASE AMMUNITION FROM THE SHERIFF’S OFFICE***

Requirements:

• Valid State ID
• 18 years old or older- a legal guardian must accompany anyone under 18 years of age
• Provide your own ammo (you decide how much you want to shoot)
• A hat with a bill (ball cap)
• Long sleeves; Long Pants (No shorts)
• No opened-toed shoes or sandals

Students can expect approximately 2 hours classroom, with 1-hour range of time. Eye and ear protection will be provided if needed by the student.

POC: Lieutenant Bill Powell 205-849-5246 or powellw@jccal.org