I just applied for my first handgun permit. Also requested change of address on my card. I already have an fid card. ( for long guns ) my question is are they going to contact my references every single time I apply for another handgun permit??

can't speak for how your town does it, but in mine they will contact your references if its been six months since your last application

Yes, every time you apply for a pistol permit you will have to give 2 refrences..

My town has only ever contacted them for my initial application.

So what everyone is trying to tell you, each town is different in how they do it

 

What town? Maybe someone from same town can give you some specific insight.

yes, my town did, and they even contacted my employer, which they never did in the past...

My town specifically told me NOT to include references for my latest batch of permits. Got them in in 2-3 weeks.