James:
That was a very good article on by “Sgt. Survival” on CCWs. Just one minor correction ion the portion that mentioned Nevada
The cost of the permit is $100.25 for five years. The training must also take place within the county where you will be applying for the permit.
You can take the course anywhere in the state, regardless of whether you are a resident or non-resident. If you are a resident, you must apply in the county where you reside. My wife and I are CCW instructors and have signed off people from other counties just fine. They now have a list of CCW instructors in Carson City for the entire state.
You are also required to qualify with the weapon(s) that you want listed on your permit.
For autos, yes, but one revolver qualifies you for all revolvers and derringers.
Sorry to hear of your recent loss of The Memsahib. – G. in Nevada
Jim:
For Washington residents, with respect to these permits, I would add two items: RCW 9.41.073 indicates that for residents of Washington, one must have a Washington LCCP to carry legally in-state. A Washington resident who has only an out of state license cannot legally carry in Washington, regardless of what the reciprocity lists of the two states say. Note that several other states have that limitation.
The opening statement that the State Patrol issues the licenses is incorrect. They do process the criminal background check, but the licenses are actually issued by the local sheriff or chief of police. The statewide program is administered by the Department of Licensing, according to their web site, and Washington administrative law.
As a side note, these laws and agreements change rapidly, as they have this year in terms of which states recognize which others. Always best to check before you head out for travel. Warm Regards, – Rick W.