Colorado CCW Law
Maine Now Honors Permits from 16 New States
On June 5th, 2015 Legislative Document 868 was signed into law by Governor Paul LePage of Maine. Described as “An Act To Remove Limitations on Reciprocity for Concealed Handguns Permits” the change removes the power from the state police to enter into reciprocity agreements and instead forces Maine to recognize any resident permit from any state that also…
Read MoreThings Gun People Say That Make My Blood Boil
A few Jacob Pet Peeves are going to come out here today. There are a handful of things that I hear often in the gun community that are either out right wrong or tend to communicate the wrong message. Here are a few that I really don’t like. Because Its My Right I often hear…
Read MoreThree Reasons to Renew Your Permit Early
How early can you renew your concealed carry permit? This is something you should be clear on in the state where your permit(s) was issued. Another key thing you will want to know in advance is if the issuing state will be sending you a reminder. Many states will not. Regardless you should take some…
Read MoreWhen Does Citizens Arrest Become Aggravated Assault
In 2009 I received an unusual call from a student of mine. He told me over the phone that he had been ordered by a judge to re-take my class.…
Read MoreBuying Guns as Gifts – Legal Concerns and Best Practices
If you are considering an upcoming firearm purchase, to gift to someone you care about, there are some legal considerations and best practices to be aware of. Firearm Gifts Legal…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Guide to No Gun Zones
There is some conflicting research of course, but the truth is that very few of what the media has labeled as “Mass Shootings” happened in a place where average citizens are allowed to carry weapons and defend themselves.
Read MoreDoes a Colorado Concealed Handgun Permit Put Me On The GRID
Currently there is no firearm purchase database pursuant to state and federal law. When a state background check is run, either at point of sale of a firearm or in the processing of a concealed handgun permit, the paperwork is destroyed and no permanent record is kept in any form.
Read MoreHow Much For A Concealed Handgun License in Colorado?
The first fee one incurs to obtain the Colorado Concealed Handgun Permit is the fee to take the required training course. This fee varies greatly in Colorado. Each firearm instructor in the state has full flexibility to determine their own class curriculum and the fee
Read MoreThe County Won’t Notify Your When Your Permit Is Expiring
We also encourage our students to join the United States Concealed Carry Association. Among the many benefits, the USCCA will notify you before your permit(s) expire. That notification service is a very nice benefit to membership.
Read MoreHow Are Gun Laws Passed?
I know it seems a little like a 5th grade review but on occasion I do get questions about the process in getting new bills into law. The process is the same for most states like Colorado as it is at the federal level since our state constitution is so similar to the national one. The video is a great little recap of how bills get passed into laws.
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