filling out the ccw application? - MO

[thrashthis56]

im going to take my ccw class in a few days, i read that after you get your training certificate you go to the sheriffs office and apply for your ccw in writing.... does this mean you right an essay explaining why you want/need your ccw? or just fill out an application? just curious. i have obviously never done it before. also anything i should know prior to going into the ccw class?

 

[Darkhorse]

I don't know about MO (I'm in VA), but it's always good to have answers for any official who wants a reason why you want a permit (yes, I know it shouldn't be necessary, but...). The VA permit application has no "why" questions, but a few weeks after I applied, a Sheriff's Dept. investigator called me with several questions, including why I wanted a permit. I told him I lived out in the country 20 miles from the nearest station. He liked my answers and said my permit was on the way. Got it about a week later.

When I renewed my permit, he called again and asked "any changes?"
I said "only my weight"
He laughed and I got my new permit.

 

[Scimmia]

i read that after you get your training certificate you go to the sheriffs office and apply for your ccw in writing.... does this mean you right an essay explaining why you want/need your ccw? or just fill out an application? just curious.

Usually when they say you need to apply in writing, it just means you have to fill out a paper application and submit it. Unless they specifically ask for a reason why you want a permit, you don't need to give them one.

 

[bearcreek]

Missouri is a shall issue state. As long as you meet the legal requirements they can't deny you the permit. Darkhorse, I'm surprised to hear about something like that happening in VA. Is that normally part of the application process there? Sounds like something from a may issue state.

 

[thrashthis56]

thank you guys, you have been very helpful.

 

[bhk]

Super simple process. You will be fingerprinted and then just fill in the blanks on a very simple application. Might take all of 5 to 10 minutes. You do not have to state a reason in Missouri. After the sheriff approves your application (he can take up to 45 days, but some counties are doing it in a week or less) you simply take the paperwork his office gives you and go to the DMV. Get your permit put on a non-drivers license and you are good to go for three years.

 

[Ringolevio]

Weeding out the psychos

I can't help but think that requiring you to apply in person gives them a chance to eyeball you and see if you send up any red flags.

E.g., if they ask you why you want to be licensed, you don't have to answer; but if you say "So the next time some so-and-so lets his dog take a dump on my prized petunias, I can whip out my .50 caliber Desert Eagle and wave it under his nose!", your approval just might be delayed.

 

[thrashthis56]

BHK do they mail it to you or do you pick it up from the sheriff?

 

[bhk]

BHK do they mail it to you or do you pick it up from the sheriff?

You generally have to pick up the approval paperwork from the sheriff. Most counties will call you when it is ready, a few will notify you by mail. Except for the fingerprinting part, you will probably be dealing with secretaries/clerks. No one will grill you and things are usually done with a smile. Both my wife and I have our permits, and have enjoyed the initial application process and renewals.

 

[Toforo]

You generally have to pick up the approval paperwork from the sheriff. Most counties will call you when it is ready, a few will notify you by mail. Except for the fingerprinting part, you will probably be dealing with secretaries/clerks. No one will grill you and things are usually done with a smile. Both my wife and I have our permits, and have enjoyed the initial application process and renewals.

Yes - what bhk said.

Depending on where you live and how busy your local sheriff department is, you may want to call first and speak to the designated person that processes your application...

It's a requirement here locally in my county because she is so busy and it takes more than a few minutes of her time to get the form filled out, take the fingerprints - etc. "She" in this case, was not an actual sherrif but just an office support-staff person.

When you call and ask for "the best time to come in" and "what you'll need" - be sure to also ask what "method of payment" is prefered for your area.
Here, in my county, two SEPERATE checks or money orders are required - one check goes to the state and the other check is for local processing (yes, revenue generation)

As previously posted, in as little as a few days (BUT it could be much longer) - you'll get a call (hopefully approval) for you to go pick up your paperwork where you can THEN head down to your local (DMV/MVA) Missouri License bureau and pay them even more money for your actual Conceal Carry License.

As bhk posted, most people think it's "best" to get your CCW license as a seperate card..... some people prefer that for privacy concerns - I did it simply for financial reasons; you COULD add your CCW to your driver's license, but the expiration dates are (VERY PROBABLY) not going to match, which could very well cause you to spend extra money for renewals if one expires (i.e. your driver's license) and the other is still valid (i.e. your CCW license) or vice-versa.

It's been a while for me, but if I recall correctly (and I could be a little "off" here) when I went through the process the first time, it was two checks at the sherrif's office - one for 30.00 that was the local sherrif and one for 65.00 that they forwarded to the state for their share of the processing revenue.
I think the actual CCW License was 25.00 but I can't remember off the top of my head (not enough coffee yet this morning - sorry)

Congrats (hopefully) and enjoy!

 

[fpgt72]

The only place I have gotten any word of a run-a-round is in St. Louis county. Even Jackson county is pretty easy to deal with. The Sheriffs office has A time limit on when they have to contact you back. It is setup so it can not be drug out....you can or you can't pure and simple and if you have taken the class at an APPROVED place, and all you paper work is in order, and you can have a firearm legal, then you are good to go.

Here you have to have a money order....Find out what your sheriff's Office wants and be ready.

Nothing to it.

 

[bhk]

I live in a rural county and the sheriff's clerk had some of my paperwork already filled out before I got there. It took me about 2 minutes to do the rest and sign it. Easy.

The folks at the DMV seem a little less concerned about your privacy, and most DMV offices are very open/public places. I actually went to an office in a different county for this reason.

 

[Ryanxia]

Glad you're joining the club. Don't forget to do your Walmart walk when you get it

 

[thrashthis56]

thanks guys! i'll let you all know how it goes. my ccw class is this sat.

 

[Darkhorse]

I was kind of surprised about the call too. VA is very gun-friendly, and no one in the application process mentioned that the call would come. Each county has some discretion in what they require, and apparently it's standard procedure in my county (no fingerprints, etc. required). My wife got the same call when she applied for her permit. Most of the questions were the same as on the form - maybe it's a method to spot psychos?

 

[wow6599]

my ccw class is this sat

They should tell you exactly what to do. I can tell you what I did several years ago -

1) Take class
2) Take class "certification" (pass) to the sheriff's office (St. Louis County - Clayton), fill-out application, pay fee and get finger printed.
3) Wait about 4 weeks
4) Approval letter from the sheriff comes in the mail
5) Go to the DMV with approval and get a non-driver license with my CCW endorsement.

The End.

 

[writerinmo]

Jefferson county, took my class, went in to the sheriff's office, they actually have a window for the CCW applications. Filled out the app, was only a few items. The gal behind the window did the fingerprints, was electronic scan so no nasty black fingers! Got a notice in the mail to come pick up my permit, then paid $12 at the DMV for the "Non-driving" identification card as I don't want the CCW endorsement on my DL. Not that it matters much if pulled over, as any vehicle in your name will set of bells and whistles on the LEO's computer letting him know I have a permit.