JWR;
One option to consider for a Concealed Carry Permit would be to apply for a non-resident permit from the State of Florida. Florida’s Dept of Agriculture issues permits to non-Floridians and the application process and requirements are less restrictive than in my home state of Arkansas. The training requirements are very generous. Along with traditional types of training, they will accept firearms training courses conducted by your state or any NRA-certified instructor; a hunter’s education course, or even a Form DD-214 for military members or veterans. The cost is reasonable and Florida
has one of the best reciprocity programs in the nation. [JWR Adds: Florida concealed carry permits are recognized in 23 states!]
For OPSEC, holding a Florida non-resident permit in another state allows the holder a little anonymity against the release of public records. Just a few days ago, I came across an Excel spreadsheet listing names and addresses of every permit holder in my state plus the state of Tennessee. The list did not disclose the names of Arkansas or Tennessee residents that hold Florida permits. The application process is very straight-forward and can be requested on the Florida web site.
– RDC, Arkansas