Utah Non Res CCW in VA

[chesapeakeIRON]

OK - Received my permit a few weeks ago; Next week, my wife and I will be traveling in VA, and I am wondering if the Non Resident Utah Permit that we both have its recognized in VA at this time. I know that the VA law will change on July 1 2016, and the Utah non res will be accepted at that time. But is it still accepted currently? Or maybe I am confused? I have been looking around at several sites, starting with Utahs BCI site, as well as USACarry, etc. and I just wanted get some clarification from anyone here before we head down to VA.

Thanks in advance for any clarification y'all can offer

 

[ComeGet]

http://www.vsp.state.va.us/Firearms_Reciprocity.shtm

About a year ago I emailed VSP asking if they recognize non-resident licenses from Utah and Florida.

This was the reply -

The answer to your question is "yes."

See: http://www.vsp.state.va.us/Firearms.shtm


Donna K. Tate, Manager
Firearms Transaction Center
Department of State Police


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[swinokur]

From VSP web page.

http://www.vsp.state.va.us/Firearms_Reciprocity.shtm

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[chesapeakeIRON]

Thanks guy for helping me get clarification I greatly appreciate it. My wife and will be traveling with the ability to protect ourselves next week, while exercising our rights.

 

[chesapeakeIRON]

From VSP web page.

http://www.vsp.state.va.us/Firearms_Reciprocity.shtm

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Ok - I see it now....that screen shot does make it clear, that they recognize Res and Non Res Utah permits. I just wanted to be sure

 

[swinokur]

yep. before i got my VA NR permit I carried there on my UT NR permit.

good to go.

 

[chesapeakeIRON]

yep. before i got my VA NR permit I carried there on my UT NR permit.

good to go.

Was it hard to get your VA NR permit? That might something we might look into

 

[swinokur]

Nope. 100 bucks, fingerprints and proof of training. On line video like MPDC on line video accepted.


You can have MD Livescan prints printed on the VA fingerprint cards.

https://dcfst.mpdconline.com/

 

[chesapeakeIRON]

Nope. 100 bucks, fingerprints and proof of training. On line video like MPDC on line video accepted.


You can have MD Livescan prints printed on the VA fingerprint cards.

https://dcfst.mpdconline.com/

alright then im thinking we will probably get that as well ....thanks for the info

 

[swinokur]

that's why we're here.

 

[Mini14tac]

If you have an iphone. This app (CCW) is available through iTunes store for $1.99. Its well worth it and will display a map that shows where you can carry based on what permits you have. It constantly updates to stay on top of any law changes.

CCW – Concealed Carry 50 State Guide on the App Store

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ccw-concealed-carry-50-state/id443321291?mt=8

Rating: 5 - ‎35 reviews - ‎$1.99 - ‎iOSMar 16, 2016 - This application is about empowering the CCW (concealed or open carry permit) holder (or anyone who wishes to lawfully transport a firearm in ...

 

[chesapeakeIRON]

If you have an iphone. This app (CCW) is available through iTunes store for $1.99. Its well worth it and will display a map that shows where you can carry based on what permits you have. It constantly updates to stay on top of any law changes.

CCW – Concealed Carry 50 State Guide on the App Store

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ccw-concealed-carry-50-state/id443321291?mt=8

Rating: 5 - ‎35 reviews - ‎$1.99 - ‎iOSMar 16, 2016 - This application is about empowering the CCW (concealed or open carry permit) holder (or anyone who wishes to lawfully transport a firearm in ...

I don't have an iphone...but an android....im gonna look to see if something similar is available. That seems really handy

 

[chesapeakeIRON]

Heres the app for Andriod

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ryan.ccw&hl=en

 

[swinokur]

also check out

www.handgunlaw.us

best private site in US gun carry ws. The owner does a fabulous job of keeping it up to date.

 

[Brianczaw]

If you have an iphone. This app (CCW) is available through iTunes store for $1.99. Its well worth it and will display a map that shows where you can carry based on what permits you have. It constantly updates to stay on top of any law changes.

CCW – Concealed Carry 50 State Guide on the App Store

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ccw-concealed-carry-50-state/id443321291?mt=8

Rating: 5 - ‎35 reviews - ‎$1.99 - ‎iOSMar 16, 2016 - This application is about empowering the CCW (concealed or open carry permit) holder (or anyone who wishes to lawfully transport a firearm in ...

PRetty sweet ap!

 

[Brianczaw]

alright then im thinking we will probably get that as well ....thanks for the info

This is what confuses me. I have my Utah permit as well. If it is "recognized" why bother getting the VA NR permit? Just curious...

 

[swinokur]

major reasons

1. Compliance with GFSZA
2. VA cops may not be familiar with reciprocity agreements.

 

[Brianczaw]

major reasons

1. Compliance with GFSZA
2. VA cops may not be familiar with reciprocity agreements.

I apologize for being a newbie to the CCW world. But what does the Gunfreeschoolzone act have to do with CCW. If I have a valid permit, I have a valid permit right????? Although I do understand about #2.....

 

[Brianczaw]

nevermind I see why. I found this: Thanks!!

"Although the Federal GFSZA does provide an exception for an individual licensed to carry a firearm, this exception only applies in the State that physically issued the permit.[1][2][3][7][13][16] Nearly all fifty States have provisions to issue concealed carry permits to citizens.[17] Most of these States also enter into reciprocity agreements with other States where each State agrees to recognize the other's concealed carry permits.[17] Because the Federal GFSZA requires the permit be issued by the State which the school zone is in,[1][2][3] it is difficult for a permit holder to travel outside their State of issuance to a reciprocating State without violating the Federal GFSZA.[1][3][7]["

 

[swinokur]

Not exactly. To be within 1000 feet of a school with a CCW you must have a permit issued by the jurisdiction the school is located in While it's a Federal law and is seldom charged without other charges, if you want to be legal under all laws, a VA permit makes you legal.

An opinion letter and the GFSZA attached..