Official Hawaii CCW Thread (Read 44857 times)

changemyoil66

Re: Official Hawaii CCW Thread
« Reply #300 on: July 05, 2024, 09:51:27 AM »
Did my CCW application this past and I have to say went pretty smoothly.  Some hiccups, but mostly based on a$$umptions I made.

I got there early and didn't have to wait long.  Seems like new (new to me) staffing has two officers at the windows doing PTA, and two other staff/officers doing specifically CCW.  Sure, some do both, but since the CCW process does take a bit of time, having the officers who (appear) to focus on CCW really helps.  There was a line that formed after the guy and I who got in the same time did both PTA and CCW, but long story short is the line went VERY quickly, where the line of at least 6 behind us was gone by the time I was done.

Hightlights:
1) Forms.  If you are doing PTA and CCW, you need separate forms for each.  I has assumed the questionnaire could be used for both, but need one for each.  Not a big deal, just took a bit of time to complete a second one for the CCW packet.
2) Be sure to put N/A in all the spaces that don't apply.  I had mine filled out ok, but I did noticed others having to do so.  Again, not a big deal, but does take a bit of time.  There were a couple of spaces where the info said "if available" that I filled out. 
3) The officer(s) doing CCW will walk line be line through your application packet, I assume to verify completion and prevent hold ups from simple errors and/or missing info. 
4) If you did registration for your pistols online, they will have you sign and print the registration for the CCW package.  Again, not a big deal, but does add to the time. 

Overall, it was a smooth process.  If I had all the forms completed, I would say it would have taken maybe 10 minutes.  I probably spent more time filling out the PTA paperwork for both pistol and long gun permit renewal.  While I was there, seems like a lot of confusion on the CCW process, which the officers helped walk through folks.  At least the two that were there when I went.  Yeah, the process has lots of steps, like having specific pistols, but the process is what it is.  I was also given some advice/tips if/when adding other pistols to the CCW.  About adding, vice new process.  I'll likely go through that before too long as I have at least two pistols "in process" that I may want to CCW.

What about staggering new guns every 2 years?  This insures there's no gap.

drck1000

Re: Official Hawaii CCW Thread
« Reply #301 on: July 05, 2024, 09:54:44 AM »
What about staggering new guns every 2 years?  This insures there's no gap.
You referring to the advice/tips?  The officer that was helping me mentioned something like that.  Still need to do all the same paperwork, background check, etc, which comes with new card with pistols added.  I think/believe he mentioned that primarily for the $150 fee, but I think/believe one way to "insures (sic) there's no gap". 

zippz

Re: Official Hawaii CCW Thread
« Reply #302 on: July 05, 2024, 11:05:22 AM »
You referring to the advice/tips?  The officer that was helping me mentioned something like that.  Still need to do all the same paperwork, background check, etc, which comes with new card with pistols added.  I think/believe he mentioned that primarily for the $150 fee, but I think/believe one way to "insures (sic) there's no gap".

Approvals have been getting better since there's pressure on HPD to get em out.

drck1000

Re: Official Hawaii CCW Thread
« Reply #303 on: July 16, 2024, 12:50:02 PM »
Received my Utah renewal in the mail yesteray.  Almost a month after completing online renewal process and submitting payment.  So efficient.

drck1000

Re: Official Hawaii CCW Thread
« Reply #304 on: July 18, 2024, 01:42:53 PM »
Notified via email of AZ renewal this morning.  So slightly behind Utah process, where I submitted renewal same time.  So still pretty good and efficient. 

PTA pick up for 2 pistols I applied for when submitting CCW for HNL is tomorrow, so. . .  8)

changemyoil66

Re: Official Hawaii CCW Thread
« Reply #305 on: July 18, 2024, 03:27:47 PM »
Notified via email of AZ renewal this morning.  So slightly behind Utah process, where I submitted renewal same time.  So still pretty good and efficient. 

PTA pick up for 2 pistols I applied for when submitting CCW for HNL is tomorrow, so. . .  8)

Was it to tell u that AZ was XPing or that you submitted all the docs and the renewal is on the way?

drck1000

Re: Official Hawaii CCW Thread
« Reply #306 on: July 18, 2024, 04:39:41 PM »
Was it to tell u that AZ was XPing or that you submitted all the docs and the renewal is on the way?
Renewal approved and "permit will be mailed". 

changemyoil66

Re: Official Hawaii CCW Thread
« Reply #307 on: July 23, 2024, 09:10:38 AM »
As I get older, I feel myself no longer needing to be cool and AIWB all the time.  When at work, I'm most likely carrying at the 3-4 Oclock.  1 due to seating comfort, being seated at the desk all day, AIWB digs into you. 2, riding bike to work, AIWB is digging into to you.  3 baggy aloha shirts allow less printing at the 3-4.

My draw time is slightly slower at 3-4, like 1/4-1/2 second longer on average.

glockfanboy808

Re: Official Hawaii CCW Thread
« Reply #308 on: August 12, 2024, 08:03:31 PM »
It has been 90 days and still have not received my ccw license. I am worried I will not get it within the 120 days and will have to redo the whole process.

Ashiya

Re: Official Hawaii CCW Thread
« Reply #309 on: August 12, 2024, 08:14:04 PM »
It has been 90 days and still have not received my ccw license. I am worried I will not get it within the 120 days and will have to redo the whole process.

I've also been waiting over 90 days. This post from HIFICO says they are supposed to process applications within 120 days.

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Innovations in Application Processing: �All applications received after March 1, 2024, will be considered accepted the day they were/are received. Applicants will be informed of any additional requirements in a timely manner. All applications will be processed within 120 days of acceptance. This adjustment eliminates unnecessary delays and simplifies the application process.

https://www.facebook.com/hificoorg/posts/pfbid0dMbkJpEUoqAzFmSazhgUMTYBgXAK4pHiX4rNuifGNPzAtJQHuMhcma38uSNXJUAel

changemyoil66

Re: Official Hawaii CCW Thread
« Reply #310 on: August 13, 2024, 09:14:46 AM »
It has been 90 days and still have not received my ccw license. I am worried I will not get it within the 120 days and will have to redo the whole process.

If you get denied due to exceeding the 120 days, contact HIFICO.

kopjecat

Re: Official Hawaii CCW Thread
« Reply #311 on: August 15, 2024, 08:38:58 PM »
Hi, new to the group.  Just thought I would post my experience so far about the CCW waiting period.  I'm at day 104 and no letter yet.  I called HPD to inquire after I passed 90 days.  After going through numerous menus & recorded instructions, I got to a nice woman who tried to be helpful, but she essentially reminded me that they have 120 days.  I asked her about the automatic denial if you're not approved within 120 days, and I had the impression she hadn't heard about that.  She said they do not do it like that.  She said no one is automatically denied just because they don't get the letter from them.  She suggested I call back closer to 120 days if I still haven't heard anything.

So we'll see.  I think they're just overwhelmed.

kopjecat

Re: Official Hawaii CCW Thread
« Reply #312 on: August 21, 2024, 06:45:56 PM »
Hi, new to the group.  Just thought I would post my experience so far about the CCW waiting period.  I'm at day 104 and no letter yet.  I called HPD to inquire after I passed 90 days.  After going through numerous menus & recorded instructions, I got to a nice woman who tried to be helpful, but she essentially reminded me that they have 120 days.  I asked her about the automatic denial if you're not approved within 120 days, and I had the impression she hadn't heard about that.  She said they do not do it like that.  She said no one is automatically denied just because they don't get the letter from them.  She suggested I call back closer to 120 days if I still haven't heard anything.

So we'll see.  I think they're just overwhelmed.

I received my approval letter today, day 110.  I hope this helps anyone else who might be stressing a little becase their letter didn't come as soon as others may have said.  I think they're just really busy getting through all the applications, and they do seem to be using most of the 120 days.

changemyoil66

Re: Official Hawaii CCW Thread
« Reply #313 on: August 26, 2024, 08:24:24 AM »
Hi, new to the group.  Just thought I would post my experience so far about the CCW waiting period.  I'm at day 104 and no letter yet.  I called HPD to inquire after I passed 90 days.  After going through numerous menus & recorded instructions, I got to a nice woman who tried to be helpful, but she essentially reminded me that they have 120 days.  I asked her about the automatic denial if you're not approved within 120 days, and I had the impression she hadn't heard about that.  She said they do not do it like that.  She said no one is automatically denied just because they don't get the letter from them.  She suggested I call back closer to 120 days if I still haven't heard anything.

So we'll see.  I think they're just overwhelmed.

The older sounding lady that usually answers the phone is very nice and knows her stuff.  She isn't a police officer, but works for HPD.  I've talked to her many times over the years and always got answers to my questions.  But I've never seen her working either counter.  So I think she's in the back.

theJanitor

Re: Official Hawaii CCW Thread
« Reply #314 on: August 26, 2024, 01:33:52 PM »
It's BS that you can't apply for a new license until it's 90 days before expiration, but they have 120 days to issue a new one. 

I'm at 96 days. 

changemyoil66

Re: Official Hawaii CCW Thread
« Reply #315 on: August 26, 2024, 05:19:18 PM »
It's BS that you can't apply for a new license until it's 90 days before expiration, but they have 120 days to issue a new one. 

I'm at 96 days.

Many states have a similar law.  Nevada was 90 days prior, then changed it to 6 months prior during covid because they were slammed with renewals and new applicants.  Guess Vegas saw the need for CCW.  IDK what it is currently.

Got my NV renewal at the 119 day mark. Which means they mailed it a few days prior as it came in the mail to Hawaii.

drck1000

Re: Official Hawaii CCW Thread
« Reply #316 on: August 28, 2024, 11:44:58 AM »
Coming up on 8 weeks post application.  Guess I have another at least 30 days wait. . .  :(

g00seg00se

Re: Official Hawaii CCW Thread
« Reply #317 on: August 28, 2024, 03:29:20 PM »
Submitted everything June 10th... 79 days and counting.

Ashiya

Re: Official Hawaii CCW Thread
« Reply #318 on: August 29, 2024, 02:38:08 PM »
Received my approval letter after 106 days.

kopjecat

Re: Official Hawaii CCW Thread
« Reply #319 on: August 30, 2024, 05:22:01 PM »
The older sounding lady that usually answers the phone is very nice and knows her stuff.  She isn't a police officer, but works for HPD.  I've talked to her many times over the years and always got answers to my questions.  But I've never seen her working either counter.  So I think she's in the back.

Yeah that sounds like who I got.  She did her best to be helpful.  And in the end it worked out okay.  I actually haven't had a bad experience with any of the guys at the window either.