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Nevada Sheriff To Address Concealed Carry Permit Backlog

RENO, Nev. (AP) — Authorities in Nevada have said the Washoe County sheriff's office announced plans to eliminate an enormous backlog of concealed carry weapons permit requests by July.

KOLO-TV reported that appointments are booked through March 2022. Sheriff Darin Balaam attributed the backlog to halted operations due to the coronavirus pandemic, a transition to new software and an increase in the number of people purchasing guns.

Authorities say there are more than 4,000 appointments booked, with 72% being new applicants.

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The sheriff's office has said it will be implementing several changes to address the backlog, including keeping its office open for two additional days and reducing the duration of appointments.