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The requirements for conceal carry in Texas can be found here -> http://chl-texas.com/ (not a plug for this particular company just the result of a quick Google search...)
In the United States, the process varies greatly from state to state. In my home state of Indiana, there is no training requirement, only a criminal background check. We currently have two options for renewal: a four year permit for $40 or a lifetime permit for $100. As far as Canadian law goes, I'm afraid I can't help you.
In the US, each state has their own concealed carry laws.
In SC, there's an eight hour (minimum) course dealing with handgun safety and handling, the legality of where and when to carry, how and when to shoot, and some practical suggestions dealing with how to respond in certain situations. There is a 50 shot practical test at ranges between 3 and 15 yards at a B-27 (I believe) target. There is also a 50 question written test. A score of 70% must be achieved on both tests.
SC is a "shall issue" state which means if the applicant passes the application screening and the course tests, the state MUST issue a permit.
In SC, there's an eight hour (minimum) course dealing with handgun safety and handling, the legality of where and when to carry, how and when to shoot, and some practical suggestions dealing with how to respond in certain situations. There is a 50 shot practical test at ranges between 3 and 15 yards at a B-27 (I believe) target. There is also a 50 question written test. A score of 70% must be achieved on both tests.
SC is a "shall issue" state which means if the applicant passes the application screening and the course tests, the state MUST issue a permit.
Most "training" in CCW classes isn't really training so much as it is an educational session designed to make sure that each CCW carrier understands the legal ramifications if he/she uses deadly force to defend themself.
Then there is the shooting portion of the class that makes you demonstrate that you, first, can hit something in the general direction of the target, and second, that you can do so without shooting yourself or the instructor in the process.
None of the CCW class at all is training in the sense of being taught how to actually draw and use your weapon in a self defense situation. That's the responsibility of each permit holder, and many (most?) gun ranges offer some courses for training in that capacity.
The absolutely most important purpose for the required class time is so that those people who walk in thinking that it's really "cool" to carry a weapon, leave that class with a new-found realization of the ultimate responsibilities and risks of doing so.
Interestingly enough, after I took the class and began carrying, one of the first things I did was to go out and get a Spitfire pepperspray to keep on my keychain so it would be with me whenever I was out somewhere (while carrying a pistol at the same time).
I realized that I at least wanted the "option" to use pepperspray as a first resort if I felt that lethal force for defense might not be necessary.
Given the choice, I truly prefer not to have to shoot anybody, and the pepperspray gives me that "option".
Of course, if the BG is closing fast and is also displaying a lethal weapon of his own, then screw the pepperspray...
Then there is the shooting portion of the class that makes you demonstrate that you, first, can hit something in the general direction of the target, and second, that you can do so without shooting yourself or the instructor in the process.
None of the CCW class at all is training in the sense of being taught how to actually draw and use your weapon in a self defense situation. That's the responsibility of each permit holder, and many (most?) gun ranges offer some courses for training in that capacity.
The absolutely most important purpose for the required class time is so that those people who walk in thinking that it's really "cool" to carry a weapon, leave that class with a new-found realization of the ultimate responsibilities and risks of doing so.
Interestingly enough, after I took the class and began carrying, one of the first things I did was to go out and get a Spitfire pepperspray to keep on my keychain so it would be with me whenever I was out somewhere (while carrying a pistol at the same time).
I realized that I at least wanted the "option" to use pepperspray as a first resort if I felt that lethal force for defense might not be necessary.
Given the choice, I truly prefer not to have to shoot anybody, and the pepperspray gives me that "option".
Of course, if the BG is closing fast and is also displaying a lethal weapon of his own, then screw the pepperspray...
CortJestir
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In Connecticut:
NRA Basic Pistol Course + Fingerprints + Background Check + Fees + 6-8 Week Wait = CCW.
No qualification, aside from a live-fire exercise. But the license does need to be renewed (for a fee, natch) every 5 years.
NRA Basic Pistol Course + Fingerprints + Background Check + Fees + 6-8 Week Wait = CCW.
No qualification, aside from a live-fire exercise. But the license does need to be renewed (for a fee, natch) every 5 years.
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Kreyzhorse
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Kentucky = Everyone must take a course on both the safety and legal aspect of CCW. You must then pass a basic firearms skills test. After that, a background check and then finally you are issued your license.
Washington is a shall-issue state, meaning the authorities must issue the permit if the applicant is qualified. Fill out a form, give up your fingerprints, pass a background check, pay $60, and the permit shows up three weeks later.
When I lived in Massachusetts, the drill was, get a drivers license, so that you could get a permit that allowed you to buy firearms. Then, apply for a carry permit, that wasn't really a carry permit at all, as it only allowed you to legally transport your gun between your home or business and the gun club of which you had to already be a member. Provide the cops with a list of current and past employers, current and past roommates, and wait for them to make some calls. Go down to the precinct to discuss the calls. Wait some more. Go down to answer some more questions. Wait some more. Schedule a date at the range for shooting a qualifying score. Take time off from work to shoot the qualifier. After filling out all the forms, answering all the questions, and shooting a decent score, the coppers can issue a permit, unless they don't like the color of your necktie. Total investment, and this was twenty years ago, was four months and over $200.
When I lived in Massachusetts, the drill was, get a drivers license, so that you could get a permit that allowed you to buy firearms. Then, apply for a carry permit, that wasn't really a carry permit at all, as it only allowed you to legally transport your gun between your home or business and the gun club of which you had to already be a member. Provide the cops with a list of current and past employers, current and past roommates, and wait for them to make some calls. Go down to the precinct to discuss the calls. Wait some more. Go down to answer some more questions. Wait some more. Schedule a date at the range for shooting a qualifying score. Take time off from work to shoot the qualifier. After filling out all the forms, answering all the questions, and shooting a decent score, the coppers can issue a permit, unless they don't like the color of your necktie. Total investment, and this was twenty years ago, was four months and over $200.