CCW with a DWI on your record in CT?

[orionengnr]

No, not me. I'm not leaving Texas.

I'm doing research for a friend. I looked at handgunlaw.us but found zero. Looked on packing.org and found zero.

Is a DWI a disqualifier for CT CCW? If so, for how many years after the DWI?

Thank you, oh wise and well-informed THRers.

 

[Connecticut Yankee]

Possibly to Probably Not But Ask A Lawyer Like Ralph Sherman to be Sure

Connecticut is a 'may issue' state, the statutes specifically use the phase 'sutiable person' when discussing a CHL. A DWI would probably be sufficient cause to revoke a CHL - even if you weren't carrying when you comitted the offense - so I doubt the person would get one to begin with. I am not a lawyer, but I would think it would depend on the facts of the case: was his BAC 0.09 or 0.20? was it proved on BAC or did this happen decades ago and he was found guilty by officer observation? was he 17 years old when this happened he is now 37 and has a clean record since?

Ralph Sherman is an attorney who specializies in firearms law in CT (www.ralphdsherman.com). He has posted on a web site in the past (can't now find the link) of a person who had their CT CHL revoked because of too many speeding tickets, thus they were no longer a 'suitable person'.

Mind, I'm not saying that one couldn't get a CHL if this was some youthful indiscretion a decade ago with a clean record since. But it's still a high hurdle.

 

[Molon Labe]

Is a DWI a disqualifier for CT CCW?

I couldn't imagine a DWI disqualifying anyone from a CCW license, in any state.

 

[damien]

Say "Utah!"

I couldn't imagine a DWI disqualifying anyone from a CCW license, in any state.

It does in Utah, up to 10 years.

 

[Frog48]

I couldn't imagine a DWI disqualifying anyone from a CCW license, in any state.

In Texas, you're not eligible for a CHL until 5 years has passed from the date of conviction of any Class A or B misdemeanor. First-time DWI is a Class B misdemeanor.

Personally, I think its ridiculous, considering how many good, otherwise law abiding people get busted for DWI. The vast majority are not repeat offenders, as the night or two in jail usually scares them straight.

 

[mp510]

As Connecticut Yankee said, the suitability clause may be used at the local CLEOs discretion as a reason for non-issuance of a PCPR. Since suitable person isn't defined, it's purely subjective, and whether or not the CLEO decides to deny his application could very well depend on the personal beliefs of the CLEO himself. Some towns are known to be easier than others. In Connecticut, before you can get a Permit to Carry a Pistol or Revolver from the state (also required to purchase a handgun), you need to get the temperary permit from the town in which you reside.

If an individual holds a permit from some other state (not necesarily their state of residence IIRC), AND THE INDIVIDUAL IS NOT A CONNECTICT RESIDENT they can apply for a state permit directly from the Department of Public Safety SLFU, by mail.

If he is denied, he could appeal his the denial. Legally, a permit cannot be denied arbitrarily and capaciously. www.ct.gov/bfpe

 

[SAG0282]

I'm no friend at all to DUI folks, but it should have no bearing on CCW. In WA it is not sufficient for either denial or revocation.

 

[mljdeckard]

Utah is correct. Any alcohol-related offenses are a no-go.

 

[jselvy]

Utah is correct. Any alcohol-related offenses are a no-go.

So its not a right but a privilege that can be suspended for any minor misbehavior?

Jefferson

 

[gunsmith]

it is to easy to get a DWI/DUI

Sometimes it seems even looking at a glass of beer can get you busted.

I'm glad I quit drinking!

 

[mljdeckard]

It is a right one is presumed to hold until they demonstrate that they are irresponsible. (Their reasoning, not necessarily mine.)

 

[romma]

In CT, 1st offense should get wiped from your record after 1 year and an alcohol education program. Mine did!

If there is more than 1 DWI it is a possible felony charge. And we know what that brings,,, gun control to the alcoholic...

Forever probably.

 

[JLStorm]

I have permits from several states, CT being one of them and I believe almost all of them ask about DWI's between 3 - 10 years. I believe CT was one of them, but I dont recall how many years they required you to disclose. Have him call the CTSP special licensing office and ask them to mail him an app, it will tell him all he needs to know.

 

[sctman800]

I have non-resident CCW from both Connecutt and Utah, I also had a DUI but it was over ten years old when I applied. Utah did seem to be rather strict about any alchol offence but only within the ten year period. Jim.

 

[kbheiner7]

I think our Utah law makes sense. If someone is dumb enough to drink and drive, that's pretty good evidence they lack the mental acumen to pack a loaded gun in public.

 

[distra]

I personally know 2 people who have had DWI convictions in the past i.e. 5+ years who have gotten their permits with no problem. As stated, CT is a "may issue" at the discretion of the Selectman or Resident Trooper. Depending on the "authority's" point of view it can either count against you or not. That's why the appeal process exists. As far as I know, only a felony will disqualify CCW in CT.

 

[mp510]

As far as I know, only a felony will disqualify CCW in CT.

There's a list of disqualifying misdomeanors as well.

 

[Mr Weebles]

I couldn't imagine a DWI disqualifying anyone from a CCW license, in any state.

I believe it is a disqualifier in Massachusetts. Then again, pretty much anything is a disqualifier in MA since it's may-issue instead of shall-issue.