Nov142026
Open enrollment
Pecatonica, IL · 09:00–13:00 (America/Chicago) · $75.00
Illinois CCL Renewal
The state-required renewal class: a law update, a refresher, and a 30-round live-fire qualification.
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Level
- License holders
- Format
- Classroom and live fire
- Who can attend
- Open enrollment
About this course
The State of Illinois requires this renewal class every five years for concealed carry license holders. The class covers a law update and refresher, followed by a 30-round live-fire qualification.
DMEC’s most recent renewal class runs on a Saturday morning from 9 am to 1 pm.
What you’ll work on
- Illinois concealed carry law update
- Use-of-force refresher
- 30-round live-fire qualification
Prerequisites
Contact DMEC to confirm the experience, eligibility, and documentation required for this course.
Before you attend
- You must be 21 years of age, a legal US citizen, and able to possess a firearm under state and federal law. Illinois residents must hold a valid FOID card.
- Students under 21 may attend when a parent or guardian also attends the class as a student.
- Classes are shot on DMEC’s private outdoor range about 20 minutes west of Rockford, rain or shine. Check the forecast the day before and dress for the weather.
- Every student signs a waiver of liability before class starts.
What to bring
- Your carry pistol, a holster, and at least 30 rounds for the qualification.
- Eye and ear protection.
Upcoming open enrollment classes
Nov12–142026