Handgun Program
Training Phone Number: (770) 920-4940
Public handgun classes are being offered to Douglas County residents by the Douglas County Sheriff's Office Training Division Firearms Instructors. The classes are held in the Training Facility, located directly behind the Douglas County Jail. Classes are held one evening of each month, from 6:00pm until approximately 9:00pm.
To register, please fill out the online form below.
All information MUST be provided by applicant, and signature must be witnessed. Please Print Clearly.
The class includes instruction and/or discussion on:
- Handgun Safety
- Proper Shooting Techniques
- How Your Weapon Functions
- Cleaning and Maintenance
- The Georgia Laws Regarding Carrying a Firearm
- PLUS Actual Practice with Your Own Weapon On Our Indoor Range (eye and ear protection provided)
You bring your own handgun to class.
PLEASE BRING YOUR WEAPON INTO THE BUILDING UNLOADED!
You must be at least 18 years of age and give consent (signature must be witnessed) for a background check as part of the application process.
Contact Tina Brownlow at 770-920-4940 if you have any questions. You must bring photo ID to be admitted to this class!
You will be notified of your class date approximately 2 weeks in advance, the time for all classes is 6:00pm – 9:00pm. You may bring your own ammunition, or you may purchase ammunition here for use in the class.
If you can't fill out form online, please click here to download Handgun application (pdf file). And mail completed application to:
Douglas County Sheriff's Office
ATTN: Training Division
6840 West Church Street
Douglasville, Georgia 30134
Or fax completed application to: 770-920-3912
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