Fox 29 has a story on their website deriding the rise in out of state carry permits being issued to Philadelphia residents.
These permits to carry weapons can be obtained over the Internet. They are inexpensive and authorities say they are easy to get.
Let’s look to see exactly how easy on of these Florida concealed weapons permits are to get.
Who Is Eligible To Be Licensed?
Any person who meets the following minimum eligibility requirements can obtain a license:
• You must be a legal U.S. resident.
• You must be 21 years of age or older.
• You must be able to demonstrate competency with a firearm.
Who Is NOT Eligible?
There are several disqualifying conditions that will result in the ineligibility of the applicant and the denial of the application. Possible reasons for denial include the following:
• The physical inability to handle a firearm safely.
• A felony conviction (unless civil and firearm rights have been restored by the convicting authority).
• Having adjudication withheld or sentence suspended on a felony or misdemeanor crime of violence unless three years have elapsed since probation or other conditions set by the court have been fulfilled.
• A conviction for a violent crime in the last three years, either misdemeanor or felony.
• A conviction for violation of controlled substance laws or multiple arrests for such offenses.
• A record of drug or alcohol abuse.
• Two or more DUI convictions within the previous 3 years.
• Being committed to a mental institution or adjudged incompetent or mentally defective.
• Failing to provide proof of proficiency with a firearm.
• Having been issued a domestic violence injunction or an injunction against repeat violence that is currently in force.
• Renouncement of U.S. citizenship.
• A dishonorable discharge from the armed forces.
• Being a fugitive from justice.
In addition, a to be issued a Florida Concealed Weapon Permit, an applicant must supply a passport-style photograph, a set of fingerprints, proof of firearms training, and $117. Doesn’t seem like a cheap, easy to obtain over the internet permit anymore, does it?