Do Gun Free Zones Carry the Force of Law in Illinois?
A violation of a gun free zone in Illinois does carry the force of law in Illinois. Your best course of action is to avoid gun free zones.
What is the cost of the Illinois Concealed Carry License?
The Illinois Concealed Carry License is one of the highest cost concealed carry licenses in the Nation. The fees for the concealed carry licenses were set…
Is my Lost Illinois Concealed Carry License Still Valid?
If you have lost your Illinois Concealed Carry License, it can be a stressful time. But, will your License remain valid while waiting for your replacement?
Do I have to carry my FOID and my Concealed Carry License?
Do I have to carry my FOID and my Concealed Carry License? When Concealed carry became law in Illinois it was a requirement to carry both, but…
Is my Concealed Carry License Valid if I Change the Address?
The wait can certainly be 1-2 months. But, will your Illinois Concealed Carry License remain valid while you wait for your new card?
Do I have to Renew my FOID after getting a Concealed Carry License?
Do I have to Renew my FOID after getting a Concealed Carry License? It can be confusing having two different gun owner cards in Illinois, the FOID and the Concealed Carry license.
May I change my Address when I Renew my Illinois Concealed Carry license?
I am often asked if a licensee may change their address when they renew their concealed carry license or if it must be done separately.
Can you transport your firearm through gun free zones?
A common question is about transportation of a firearm (not carrying) through a gun free zone in Illinois. The answer depends who you ask and if the gun free zone is a federally prohibited area such as a post office.
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Concealed Carry Objections by Law Enforcement
When you apply for your Illinois Concealed Carry License, there is a 30 day limbo period. This Limbo period is for concealed carry objections by law enforcement after review your application and check your arrest record. If law enforcement does not object, you proceed along to the regular and formal back ground check. However there is some criteria where concealed carry objections by law enforcement may occur. All hope is not lost if you do experience an objection to your Illinois Concealed Carry application. …
United States Firearm Laws, by State
United States Firearm Laws, by State
When transporting or carrying a concealed firearm, one must always know the laws of the state in which they are traveling to and through. Laws regarding firearms ownership, use, and sales vary from state to state.
It is important to also be aware that the firearm laws change from time to time. To browse helpful information on regulations and laws in your state, please select from the links below: …