Moving to Arizona, what do I need to know?

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I'll be moving to Arizona in August and I'd like to know if there are any changes in law between Az and Utah. I carry just about everywhere, have an AR and an AK, and more than a few mags that aren't legal in the state of california. Anything I should know?
 
To expand on the OP's topic, I also will be moving to AZ later this year. I have a Concealed Carry question.

I know AZ has constitutional carry, but when my wife and I move there we would like to get carry permits for reciprocity reasons.

Will our NRA certificates from our class in Michigan be sufficient for the training requirement? Or maybe our MI permits?
 
AZ has it all, ccw and open carry, it is all part of being a good citizen in that state:) Many enjoy that aspect, for me I am not that enthused about, it to be honest...There are many reasons:confused:

Regards
 
AZ also has a new organization, "TrainMeAZ". With the relaxation on carry from the new laws, the gun training folks, retailers and other gun-friendly businesses are working on an education program about proficiency and safety. In a sense, spreading the THR idea across the entire state. "Responsible" is the key word.

Looks like a worthwhile endeavor, and it would provide a way to meet fellow shooters...
 
Thanks for the responses. One thing I'm going to miss is being able to carry in school, but I guess that's the price I have to pay.
Anything else I should know about local law?

(P.S. I'm looking at living close to the school I'll be attending in the north end of Glendale. Are there any area's I should not be looking at houses in?)
 
The only two things I can think of for new folks moving here are 1) We have what is called "Shannon's Law" which does not permit you to shoot up in the air. 2) You can not carry a gun into any establishement which is posted "No Guns Allowed" "No Weapons Allowed"
 
My understanding is I don't need a permit to carry, but are there any specific guidelines about what to do when approached by the police, or anything like that? eg. in Utah when you get pulled over you are required to tell the officer that you have a permit and whether or not you are carrying.
 
I am not aware of any laws but the instructor I had was a police officer of many years. His answer, if you get pulled over and it is a rutine stop no problem. If it goes to the point the officer is going to ask you to step out of the vehicle, with your hands in full view you need to inform him you are armed and what would he like for you to do. I only personally know of one person who was stopped while armed. He stated it right up front and the officer retained the handgun until he was ready to let my friend go.
 
if you are moving to south of flagstaff invest in a super, deluxe, high powered, multi room,:D air conditioner
 
Best advice I can give: Check with the AZ Atty General for any specific questions you may have. "No Firearms" signs are popping up at businesses all over AZ since Constitutional Carry was passed. I saw dozens of them while I was there visiting relatives for a few days at New Year's, and you are much better safe than sorry.
 
If you are planning on renting an apartment beware when choosing a place as there are some real bad ones around the west valley area. Check em out in the daylight and at 10pm and watch for gang bangers hanging out in the parking lots. There are some good places though.
 
What is there to fear, you are able to carry a weapon :what:

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If you are planning on renting an apartment beware when choosing a place as there are some real bad ones around the west valley area. Check em out in the daylight and at 10pm and watch for gang bangers hanging out in the parking lots. There are some good places though.
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Even though you do not need an AZ CCW permit to legally conceal carry in AZ, there are benifits to having an AZ CCW permit.

Such as...
... being able to legally conceal carry in an establishment that sells alcohol for consumption, as long as they do not have a "no guns" sign posted.
... being exempted from NICS when acquiring a firearm through an AZ FFL dealer.
... having reciprocity to carry in other states.
... ability to carry conceal any type of weapon, not just a handgun.
 
Congrats, Arizona is sane. Problem there is the climate (for some). If you don't mind that then you are going to have a good time.
 
Unistat If you want to get a CCW for AZ you will have to retrain any training in MI will not transfer. Last I checked going rate for a class is around $65

In AZ you don't need a CCW to carry concealed but like Quiet said there are many other benifts to getting CCW permit.

Also it would be a good idea to take a AZ CCW class so you can learn about AZ gun laws
 
Qualifications for AZ CCW permit, this little gem pops up in answer to the OPs question about his NRA course...
6. Has ever satisfactorily completed a firearms safety training program authorized by the department of public safety pursuant to subsection N, paragraph 1 of this section or has ever demonstrated competence with a firearm as prescribed by subsection N, paragraph 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 or 9 of this section and provides adequate documentation that the person has satisfactorily completed a training program or demonstrated competence with a firearm in any state or political subdivision in the United States. For the purposes of this paragraph, "adequate documentation" means:

(a) A certificate, card or document of completion from a firearms safety training program authorized pursuant to subsection N, paragraph 1 of this section, dated not more than five years earlier than the date of application, that has affixed to it the stamp, signature or seal of the instructor or organization that conducted the program, or a current or expired permit issued by the department of public safety pursuant to this section.

(b) An original or copy of a certificate, card or document that shows the applicant has completed any course or class prescribed by subsection N, paragraph 2, 3, 4, 5, 8 or 9 of this section or an affidavit from the instructor, school, club or organization that conducted or taught the course or class attesting to the applicant's completion of the course or class.

(c) An original or a copy of a United States department of defense form 214 (DD-214) indicating an honorable discharge or general discharge under honorable conditions, a certificate of completion of basic training or any other document demonstrating proof of the applicant's current or former service in the United States armed forces as prescribed by subsection N, paragraph 6 of this section.

(d) An original or a copy of a concealed weapon, firearm or handgun permit or a license as prescribed by subsection N, paragraph 7 of this section...
N. An applicant shall demonstrate competence with a firearm through any of the following:

1. Completion of any firearms training program that is approved by the department of public safety and that is conducted by instructors who are authorized by the department of public safety or who possess current national rifle association instructor certifications in pistol and personal protection and who submit to a background investigation, including a check for warrants and a criminal history records check.

2. Completion of any firearms safety or training course or class that is available to the general public, that is offered by a law enforcement agency, a junior college, a college or a private or public institution, academy, organization or firearms training school and that is approved by the department of public safety.

3. Completion of any hunter education or hunter safety course approved by the Arizona game and fish department or a similar agency of another state.

4. Completion of any national rifle association firearms safety or training course.

5. Completion of any law enforcement firearms safety or training course or class that is offered for security guards, investigators, special deputies or other divisions or subdivisions of law enforcement or security enforcement and that is approved by the department of public safety.

6. Evidence of current military service or proof of honorable discharge or general discharge under honorable conditions from the United States armed forces.

7. A valid current or expired concealed weapon, firearm or handgun permit or license that is issued by another state or a political subdivision of another state and that has a training or testing requirement for initial issuance.

8. Completion of any governmental police agency firearms training course and qualification to carry a firearm in the course of normal police duties.

9. Completion of any other firearms training that the department of public safety deems acceptable.
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http://www.azleg.gov/FormatDocument.asp?inDoc=/ars/13/03112.htm&Title=13&DocType=ARS

Answer is YES. Welcome to Freedom.
BTW, our Campus Carry bills have been filed for this year, we expect they will pass. ;)
 
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