The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office has announced a Concealed Handgun Training Course will be held on Saturday, December 9, 2023, at the LPSO Shooting Range Facility located at 3451 Highway 182 in Raceland. The class will begin at 8:00 a.m. and last until approximately 5:00 p.m. with a break for lunch. The actual ending time will vary due to class size.

The course will include the following:

• One hour of instruction on handgun nomenclature and safe handling procedures of a revolver and semi-automatic pistol;
• One hour of instruction on ammunition knowledge and fundamentals of pistol shooting;
• Three hours of instruction on the use of deadly force and conflict resolution (includes a review of R.S. 14:18 through 14:22 and which may include a review of any other laws relating to the use of deadly force);
• One hour of instruction on handgun shooting positions;
• One hour of instruction on child access prevention;
• Two hours of actual live range fire and proper handgun cleaning procedures. Live range fire shall include 12 rounds each at 5 feet, 10 feet, and 15 feet (36 rounds total);
• Must perform at least one safe reload of the handgun at each distance; and
• Must score 100% hits within the silhouette portion of an NRA B-27 type silhouette target with 36 rounds.

Participants must bring a handgun in good working condition, 50 rounds of ammunition, eye protection (sunglasses or eyeglasses are sufficient), and ear protection (muffs or plugs).

The cost for the course is $110, and a special rate of $55 is offered for seniors (ages 60+). Online registration is required in advance due to the limited class size. This course is a pre-requisite for those applying for a Concealed Handgun Permit from the State of Louisiana. Go to LPSO.net/classes to register for this course online. For more information, contact Captain Kevin Johnson at (985) 449-4481 or by email at kevin-johnson@lpso.net.