Quick CCW Question for UT and NV

[smith629]

I am thinking about getting a non-resident CCW license from UT since you can just mail away for them, however, I noticed on handgunlaw.us that Nevada does not recognize UT.

Should I instead try for an AZ CCW license? Or apply for a NV license? Are NV licenses difficult to obtain? I Would like to be able to CCW in NV on trips to the state (generally passing through to destinations like WY or ID).

[bigcalidave]

You now need the AZ license to carry in NV... AZ is simple, so is NV, but AZ is cheaper. Just collect them all!

[Untamed1972]

I also believe the NV permit requires you to apply in person in NV and take NV approved training in NV. Where the AZ permit can be obtained thru the mail and they accept several different types of training to satisfy the training requirement.

[paul0660]

AZ is the best deal ever. Get one before they realize it.

[Quiet]

The UT permit requires training from an authorized UT CCW trainer (which can be done in CA) and the application can be mailed to UT DPS.

The AZ permit requires acceptable training (which can be done in CA) and the application can be mailed to AZ DPS.

The NV permit requires training from an authorized NV CCW trainer (which can only be done in NV) and the application must be submitted in person at the county sheriff you are applying the permit through.


Currently, the AZ permit is the least expensive and is the easiest to obtain out of those three permits.
However, there is always the prospect that NV may no longer honor the AZ permit, similar to what happened with UT & FL.
Also, you do not recieve any current info about NV laws when taking another states CCW course. NV's laws pertaining to CCW differs from CA, UT & AZ.

[tzotzo]

see my other post on NV CCW... your one class there can take care of UT, NV, AZ and FL... knock them all out in one fell swoop. The Washoe County Sheriff practically rolls out a freaking red carpet for Cali CCW applications, I exaggerate not.

[jeep7081]

I am thinking about getting a non-resident CCW license from UT since you can just mail away for them, however, I noticed on handgunlaw.us that Nevada does not recognize UT.

Should I instead try for an AZ CCW license? Or apply for a NV license? Are NV licenses difficult to obtain? I Would like to be able to CCW in NV on trips to the state (generally passing through to destinations like WY or ID).

AZ CCW covers UTAH, and Nevada. So, yes.

Also, here is a map to compare.

The UT permit requires training from an authorized UT CCW trainer (which can be done in CA) and the application can be mailed to UT DPS.

The AZ permit requires acceptable training (which can be done in CA) and the application can be mailed to AZ DPS.

The NV permit requires training from an authorized NV CCW trainer (which can only be done in NV) and the application must be submitted in person at the county sheriff you are applying the permit through.


Currently, the AZ permit is the least expensive and is the easiest to obtain out of those three permits.
However, there is always the prospect that NV may no longer honor the AZ permit, similar to what happened with UT & FL.
Also, you do not recieve any current info about NV laws when taking another states CCW course. NV's laws pertaining to CCW differs from CA, UT & AZ.

Great point. Anyone know the difference between the states?

Utah

Arizona

[Curley Red]

All you need is a hunters safety certificate in California for an Arizona license.

[barracudamuscle]

I recently got my AZ ccw. It was simple and took about a month. Filled out the form on the AZ website, they mailed me the info packet and a envelope to mail it back in.

Just needed 2 fingerprint cards, some sort of training( I sent a copy of my CO CCW and class cert). About a month later Its a done deal, I wish Kali was this easy.

[smith629]

Thanks for the helpful info guys.

Does a Utah CCW satisfy the training requirement for AZ? If so I will do either that or take the hunter safety course at a local range. Probably the hunter course because that knocks out two birds with one stone...(pun intended haha).

Can anyone recommend a good hunter safety class in Orange County? I would like a good instructor, not someone who just wants to get you in and out or just omits fundamentals because he is pushing his own tactical business/crazy end-of-days agenda (don't ask me how I know that one LOL).

[thebronze]

see my other post on NV CCW... your one class there can take care of UT, NV, AZ and FL... knock them all out in one fell swoop. The Washoe County Sheriff practically rolls out a freaking red carpet for Cali CCW applications, I exaggerate not.

Washoe S.O. were VERY nice when I went in to turn my NV application. I don't think it's just for Kalifornians though.

[Quiet]

Does a Utah CCW satisfy the training requirement for AZ?

Yes, having a valid UT CFP satifies the AZ CCW training requirement.

This is one of the reasons why some people speculate that NV may drop AZ in the future.
Because NV dropped UT for not being compliant with NV law for being honored, yet they will honor AZ which can be obtain with a UT permit.
Under the old AZ CCW system (pre-Consititutional Carry), AZ met NV's standard for being honored.
Under the current AZ CCW system, it varies depending on how one obtained the AZ permit (depends on the training).
It is speculated that the NVSCA was reviewing AZ old CCW system and not the current one, when they approved AZ to be honored by NV.

[D-Man]

The UT permit requires training from an authorized UT CCW trainer (which can be done in CA) and the application can be mailed to UT DPS.

The AZ permit requires acceptable training (which can be done in CA) and the application can be mailed to AZ DPS.

The NV permit requires training from an authorized NV CCW trainer (which can only be done in NV) and the application must be submitted in person at the county sheriff you are applying the permit through.


Currently, the AZ permit is the least expensive and is the easiest to obtain out of those three permits.
However, there is always the prospect that NV may no longer honor the AZ permit, similar to what happened with UT & FL.
Also, you do not recieve any current info about NV laws when taking another states CCW course. NV's laws pertaining to CCW differs from CA, UT & AZ.

Very well said and my exact caution to my students that attend my multi-state CCW classes. If anyone has questions about reciprocity and how the permits work please feel free to PM me on here as I teach these classes every month.

[Sam .223]

i've been pondering going to the Utah/Florida ccw class at one of the crossroads gunshows, so if i understand this correctly then i can also apply for an AZ permit because i went through the Utah/Florida training?

[Quiet]

i've been pondering going to the Utah/Florida ccw class at one of the crossroads gunshows, so if i understand this correctly then i can also apply for an AZ permit because i went through the Utah/Florida training?

The FL/UT CCW training is not enough, you need a valid or "recently" expired FL/UT CCW permit.
So, you go through the FL/UT CCW course, then apply for a FL/UT CCW permit. After you get the FL/UT CCW permit, you can use that to get an AZ CCW permit.


ARS 13-3112
N. An applicant shall demonstrate competence with a firearm through any of the following:
6. 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.