Aloha 2aHawaii community, I wanted to share my recent experience with you all. Hopefully it’s helpful information to someone that’s interested in getting a CCW on the mainland. Please post any questions you have and I’ll try to answer the best I can.
Sunday March 13, 2016 Attended CCW Class at Range702 in Las Vegas
Nevada, Utah, & Florida CCW Class $103.86
Class was from 1000 – 1800, 8 hours and 20 students attending.
Overall, the class was as expected, covering everything from basic firearm safety, methods and equipment for concealed carry, the lega use of deadly force, and the aftermath of shooting someone.
Laws for the 3 States were covered, and a brief session on CCW reciprocity. We then filled out all CCW applications in class.
After the class, we all shot the Nevada Qualification:
Humanoid target , B27
3 yards 6 rounds standing, no time limit
5 yards 12 rounds
7 yards 12 rounds
Total 30 rounds
Maximum Score possible is 300 points, with a minimum passing score of 210 points (70%).
You can use any caliber Pistol or Revolver. They rent firearms as well but I decided to bring my own. I shot my Sig P226 and scored 285.
I thought that sucked at such a close range but I outscored everyone else in our class. I guess having to shoot only 25 yards at Kokohead helped. There were several people who looked like it was only their second or third time shooting and they didn't
qualify but they're allowed to try 2 more times within a 24 hour period.
The instructor and class were good, and their facility is the best indoor range I’ve been too. They cater to a lot of tourists and were really busy but they have a separate “VIP” lounge with four lanes where we shot our qualifier. I could hear the sound of full auto fire the entire time I was there.
If you decide to go, it’s a solid 8 hours of class so get plenty of rest.
They have a snack bar but only sell chips and soda so pack some refreshments and lunch if you can. The closest place to get food is about a 5 minute drive and lunch break was only 30 minutes so a lot of people ended up eating in class.
Monday March 14, 2016 Submitted Nevada CCW application in person at Clark County Metro Police Station.
CCW Fee $60.00
Back Ground Check $38.25
Fingerprint Card $14.00
Additional Card $2.00
Total Cost $114.25
The Las Vegas Metro Police Department opens at 8:00am but I was there a little after 6:00 and was 3rd in line. By 7:30, there was a line behind me of at least 40 people.
Aside from CCW processing, it’s also their records division and something else (I forget) so not everyone in line was there for a CCW permit.
I thought their system was very efficient. When you first walk in the door, you’re directed to a service window to the right.
You tell them what you’re there for and you’re given a number. You then go in to the main waiting area and there are about 10 or 15 service windows. You just watch the monitor and wait for your number to come up, and it
tells you which window to go too. The whole process only took about 30 minutes, and everyone there was super friendly and courteous.
Thursday March 17, 2016 Mailed Utah Application $51.00
Mailed Florida Application $112.00
Applications that are mailed in must be notarized, and include a passport photo, fingerprint card, and check for the fees.
Wednesday March 30, 2016 Check sent for Utah application clears.
Thursday March 31, 2016 Check sent for Florida Application clears.
Each State’s Statute outlines the time frame in which a permit must be issued or denied.
Nevada = 120 days
Florida = 90 days
Utah = 60 days
Friday, May 13, 2016 Still waiting! I should be getting my Utah permit by the end of the month.
......too be continued