Va Ccw Permit Requirement

[UNCLE WAWA]

Just got my VA. ccw package in the mail. as far as proof of instruction does any one know what is acceptable ? i have a bunch of old classes i can submit
from like 1990 is that too old what can i get fast and cheep to go with my application ??

on a side note it's kind of funny that the application is one page while the md application is about 8 pages

uncle wawa

 

[SigMatt]

There is no time limit listed in the CCW requirements so as long as the classes meet the requirements (such as an NRA Basic Pistol), it's good. If you have concerns, call the Virginia State Police on the number they provide. They're pretty good about answering questions.

Matt

 

[E.Shell]

Here's the law:
http://www.vsp.state.va.us/Firearms_NonresidentConcealed.shtm
Scroll down to "Documentation of Competence" . . .

 

[Redneck]

When I do decide to register for a CCW should I try the VA one first bc its closer or go for the FL one?

 

[Allium]

I went Fl - more receprocity (is that even a real word?)

 

[ffrobbyrob]

Fl

 

[HoChiWaWa]

I went Fl - more receprocity (is that even a real word?)

its spelled reciprocity but yeah its a word... as for which, FL allows mail applications, VA wants you to do it in person.

 

[ThatIsAFact]

mail is okay for Virginia too

FL allows mail applications, VA wants you to do it in person.

Virginia accepts applications by mail from non-residents. In fact, I think they provide a pre-addressed envelope for that purpose. I recommend certified mail, return receipt requested, which costs less than $4.00.

 

[nighthawk2099]

BOTH !!

Just send both apps in at the same time.

 

[Redneck]

where can i get apps????

 

[ffrobbyrob]

I have both FL and VA. You will get the VA one back alot faster then the FL.
http://www.vsp.state.va.us/Firearms_NonresidentConcealed.shtm
http://licgweb.doacs.state.fl.us/license/forms.html

 

[E.Shell]

I went Fl - more receprocity (is that even a real word?)

Yes, I too went with FL.

Definitely more states reciprocate (sidestepped that one) with FL than VA.

To me, the best reason for FL is that "Charles Bronson" signs it nowadays.

 

[K-Romulus]

Do it the MDShooters way - Get BOTH!

If you had to pick ONE, I would go with FL due to the sheer number of states that honor it.

BUT

FYI: In the PAFOA.org (PA Firearms Owners' Association) forum, there was a major discussion after the PA AG's office emailed someone and said that the PA State Police do not believe that FL non-resident permits are valid in PA, but do believe that the VA non-resident ones were valid in PA.

A lot of people on the PAFOA forum went back and forth about the language of the actual reciprocity agreements, contacted the Florida AG officials to get their understanding, etc., and the consensus was that the VA and FL reciprocity agreements were identical in spirit, but not exactly identical in black-letter text on some minute point. This point was enough wiggle room to allow the PSP to claim to "reasonably interpret" things they way they supposedly, even though they appeared to be plainly wrong in the full context of the whole reciprocity agreement.

The better-safe-than-sorry approach advocated by a PA lawyer on the board was to carry both PA and FL permits when in PA as a way to belt-and-suspender your rights. You would probably beat the rap, but not the ride, etc.

 

[ffrobbyrob]

Do it the MDShooters way - Get BOTH!

+1
I did!

Side note: Are we living in the stupidest state possible.
We are surrounded by carry states, but we do not allow CCW. So we all go out of state to get them. (and pay for them out of state). We are all surrounded by state with slots and all the Marylanders that want slot go out of state ( again taking their money with them) And they wonder why we have a deficit. ]

 

[RnRFreak]

+1
I did!

Side note: Are we living in the stupidest state possible.
We are surrounded by carry states, but we do not allow CCW. So we all go out of state to get them. (and pay for them out of state). We are all surrounded by state with slots and all the Marylanders that want slot go out of state ( again taking their money with them) And they wonder why we have a deficit. ]

Well O'Malley will find new taxes to take care of that!

 

[Redneck]

I just emailed both states for applications. How long does it usually take for me to recieve them and does anybody know the fees for each state?

 

[AKbythebay]

Took about a week or so to get FL's application. Still waiting on VA but it's only been about 4 days since I emailed them.

 

[Redneck]

I found the fees, $117 both states good for 5 years.

 

[AKbythebay]

Got the VA application today. Five days, not bad. I thought it was $100 for VA unless I'm reading it wrong.

 

[Redneck]

Got the VA application today. Five days, not bad. I thought it was $100 for VA unless I'm reading it wrong.

You might be right I know the FL one is $117 I'll check on the VA one.