Forum Discussion

prstlk's avatar
prstlk
Explorer
Jan 11, 2016

CCW Conumdrum

I have always been a responsible gun owner. I follow the law and obey the rules. We are full time and in year two. We are Idaho residents. 5 years ago through a local gun range I applied for a Utah concealed carry permit, took a full day class, paid for background check, did the shooting required, and obtained my permit. At the time Utah had the greatest reciprocity with other states, hence why I went that route. In states where CCW is not allowed or Utah does not have reciprocity I reluctantly do not carry.
Here's the problem. Today I tried to renew my Utah permit, and found out that Utah passed a new law two years ago that requires you to have a CCW from your home state.
Herein lies my problem. We are presently in Texas and do not plan on being in Idaho until summer of 2017. Idahos process now takes up to six weeks, so it's not a fly in out answer.
If anyone has any ideas I would very much appreciate your input.

PS CCW is a personal choice and I really don't want to start a debate about it.

Thanks in advance.
Class A
  • msmith1199's avatar
    msmith1199
    Explorer II
    Jan 11, 2016
    If you aren't going back until 2017, then why does Idaho have to be your home state? Can't you make Utah your home state somehow? It is closer to Texas.
  • DutchmenSport's avatar
    DutchmenSport
    Explorer
    Jan 11, 2016
    I don't claim to understand the laws in various states, but this much I do understand, there are some benefits if you are an actual resident in a specific location that someone who is not a resident will not get!

    If I am not a student at Southern High School, I will never be able to check a book out of the school library! (see)....

    If you are not a resident of that location, then you are not entitled to the benefits offered to its residents. It's that simple. The law changed. You are just "out" now. Laws change, you've got to adjust.
  • jrp's avatar
    jrp
    Explorer
    Jan 11, 2016
    Its true some states have been increasing the requirements for CCW. Some of its due to pressure from other states, to maintain their joint reciprocity agreements.
    Since you're a non-resident of UT, you'll also find that some of the reciprocity states will not recognize your UT permit since you are a non-resident. (Colorado for example does not accept UT non-resident permits)
    I don't know if there is an easy answer anymore, my CCW is from my domicile state of SD and every 3 yrs to get my renewal, I have to spend 30 days in SD. To me that's not a burden since I love camping in the Black Hills during summer.
  • kalynzoo's avatar
    kalynzoo
    Explorer
    Jan 11, 2016
    Are you sure. I live in Los Angeles where it is impossible to get a CCW. There are rumors that movie stars and politicians have received CCW but none have been issued to the general public in years. Same for Los Angeles County. I earned my Utah CCW last year and the class is still being taught regularly at the local range.
  • amandasgramma's avatar
    amandasgramma
    Explorer
    Jan 12, 2016
    Just don't conceal the weapon until you can get to Idaho....

    I'm not being snarky....just thinking that may be your only solution.
  • johntank's avatar
    johntank
    Explorer
    Jan 12, 2016
    Could you not do all the paperwork, class room & range stuff over a long weekend in Idaho? If Idaho is like my state the 6 weeks (45)day delay is for the state to do its background checking of you.

    Hope this helps. John
  • Johno02's avatar
    Johno02
    Explorer
    Jan 12, 2016
    I am not a gun carrier, but I understand that if you carry unconceled, that doesn't need any kind of permit. So, just strap it on your hip and go. I see it in Alabamy qUite often.
  • xctraveler's avatar
    xctraveler
    Explorer
    Jan 12, 2016
    Johno02 wrote:
    I am not a gun carrier, but I understand that if you carry unconceled, that doesn't need any kind of permit. So, just strap it on your hip and go. I see it in Alabamy qUite often.


    Your post reads like a troll.

    Don't even think about that in the Northeast. NY and MA are very harsh. VA just cancelled reciprocity with many states.

    Also don't plan on carrying across the border with Mexico or Canada.

    I am not a lawyer or a gun carrier, but I can read.
  • 45Ricochet's avatar
    45Ricochet
    Explorer
    Jan 12, 2016
    Yeah Jim you should have just done it in Idaho and been legal in like 20 states although some are dropping out of the agreement lately. I would just tuck in my shirt and not be concealed in states that allow it. I wouldn't try in in Cali or NY though :W And I won't mention Canadian restrictions.
    I too respect the laws and follow them when traveling to other jurisdictions.
    Personally though just having something in the MH does the trick for me. Seat belt plus trigger equals rash on my waist :B

About Motorhome Group

38,705 PostsLatest Activity: Jan 14, 2025