How long did it take to get your CCW

[Fishinfool]

This topic reminded me of something.. When I transferred to PA in 1995 (Federal LEO), I decided to get a PA Pistol Permit, even though I didn't really need one.

Went to the local sheriffs office, and filled out a simple form. Sheriff asked to see my LEO ID, called the agency to confirm who I was, and issued on the spot.

Funny thing was, I told my girl friend, who was with me, and had moved out to PA with me, she should get one to. She filled out the paperwork. The Sheriff read it, turned to me, and asked if I she "was ok?". I said yea, and he issued her hers while we sat there. I don't expect it is so easy now...

Larry

 

[speedyquad]

This topic reminded me of something.. When I transferred to PA in 1995 (Federal LEO), I decided to get a PA Pistol Permit, even though I didn't really need one.

Went to the local sheriffs office, and filled out a simple form. Sheriff asked to see my LEO ID, called the agency to confirm who I was, and issued on the spot.

Funny thing was, I told my girl friend, who was with me, and had moved out to PA with me, she should get one to. She filled out the paperwork. The Sheriff read it, turned to me, and asked if I she "was ok?". I said yea, and he issued her hers while we sat there. I don't expect it is so easy now...

Larry

kinda it it...instead of asking you, they make a phone call for a background check...if all goes good, ya hand them $20 cash or check, no credit cards...they take your pic, put it on a laminated license and you walk out fully licensed to carry concealed. unless you are on philadelphia...then it is like being in new your from what i hear

 

[Jim1392]

The only thing they give you a break on as an ex LEO in North Carolina is that you don't have to take the 8 hour class and qualify. Since I moved here from out of state I took the class anyway so I would be sure I was up on the laws of this state, and did the qualification shooting.

 

[Springfeildkid585]

The lady behind the counter that fingerprinted me told me that they were backed up because the hospitals, I believe there were 6 on the application were very slow on sending back the mental health reports, that needed to be done. I have read a few threads online of others complaining that Mecklenburg County is the worst as far as the length of time it takes to issue the permit. I'm not sure if I buy what she said or not but I'm at their mercy.

You guys have to get psych exams? In Indiana, they just ask you if you have a history of mental illness. For the record, it took two months for me, but I had my fingerprints done the old-fashioned way in ink, they say it takes a few days with the electronic scanners.

 

[Jim1392]

You guys have to get psych exams? In Indiana, they just ask you if you have a history of mental illness. For the record, it took two months for me, but I had my fingerprints done the old-fashioned way in ink, they say it takes a few days with the electronic scanners.

Yes, you have to sign off so they can check the local hospitals to see it you have had treatment, etc. You don't have to get an exam. They did the electronic scanner on the prints also, but waiting for the hospitals to respond is the problem now in Mecklenburg County, or so they say. 50 days and counting.

 

[revho]

People carry guns in public? Madness I tell you!

 

[Jim1392]

Today I went down to the Mecklenberg County Sheriffs office to pick up a couple purchase permits that I had applied for. I figured I would buy what ever I was going to carry and get some range time in prior to receiving my CCW. When I applied for my CCW on 12/31/2013 I happened to glance up at a board that they have where you sit to fill out the paperwork. The board said that they were processing 93 other applications. I guess they post it there to save themselves the time of everyone asking how many people are before them. When I looked at it today it had 481 applications on the board. I think I'm going to get in plenty of range time before I see my CCW.

 

[Rastoff]

Today I went down to the Mecklenberg County Sheriffs office to pick up a couple purchase permits...

And they say CA is bad. You guys have to ask permission just to buy a gun?

 

[MSG Glenn]

It took me 8 days from the day I mailed the application for my WI CCL to the day I received it over 2 years ago. Since then they've gotten better. I heard some getting theirs in 4 days. The county I'm in is irrelevant. All licensing is done at the state capital by the WI Department of Justice. No classes necessary for me - just proof of Military service (DD 214 or copy of Retired Military ID card) & $50. The license is good for 5 years.

 

[Jim1392]

And they say CA is bad. You guys have to ask permission just to buy a gun?

Yep, took me 14 days to get the permits JUST to purchase. Also they charge you $5.00 for each permit.

 

[Road Rat]

Ouch...................here in Linn County Iowa you take a test and a firing range test. Take the paperwork to the sheriffs office and pay the $50 bucks...........a week later - there you go!!

In Iowa, if you don't want to go in and take a test (read lecture from someone) and take a firing test you can just go on-line for the written test. If you know enough to pass the test you print off your certificate and take that to the sheriff!!

Someday we will just cut out all the mess of picking on honest folks who wish to carry...........ala Vermont, Alaska, Arizona, etc.

 

[ben_g1]

Iowa

About 15 min. Just show your honorable discharge paper from the service, no classes to take, fill out the form, sheriff does a back ground check there on the spot. If all is good hands you a five year permit ($50).

 

[FUBAR-M1A]

Morgan Co., Indiana. Took 5 days for my Lifetime Permit, which means I never have to worry about renewing it again!

 

[dlcra]

LUZERNE COUNTY , PA...twenty minutes flat!

 

[Jaysq]

Yep, took me 14 days to get the permits JUST to purchase. Also they charge you $5.00 for each permit.

Once you get your CCW, you will no longer have to get purchase permits. At least in Jackson County. Before I got my CCW the permits were issued on the spot. You are in the wrong county

 

[Jim1392]

Once you get your CCW, you will no longer have to get purchase permits. At least in Jackson County. Before I got my CCW the permits were issued on the spot. You are in the wrong county

Thats exactly what I found out. I'm in the worst county for CCW and permits.

 

[Rastoff]

Doesn't it burn you guys that you have to pay for the privilege to buy a gun? Does the sheriff have the right to limit or refuse to sell you the purchase permit?

 

[Harrison]

I renewed mine about a year ago in Texas. My wife and I renewed on line and as I recall it took less than 30 days to get the new one.

 

[shakyshoot]

Just got mine in the mail today. $119 for the class and $100 to apply. (Hennepin Cty MN) Took 16 days from the time I put in the application. Now set for 5 years.

 

[Worshipbass12]

Here in Ga. As long as you don't have any drug charges, firearm related crimes, or a history of mental illness you simply pay 75.00 get finger printed and wait for it in the mail. What do they teach in these classes ya'll keep talking about? Is it laws or defensive handgun training?

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