With the world going nuts all around us, mostly led by Democrat politicians and their asinine policies, more and more people are looking to get their Concealed Carry Licenses to defend themselves out in public. With the increase in people looking to get their CCL’s, a lot of questions typically arise. In this article we’re going to go over some of the most common questions we get and the answers that go along with those questions.
What Are the Requirements for Obtaining a CCL?
You must:
Be at least 21
Have a valid FOID card
Is not prohibited from owning, purchasing, or possessing firearms
Has not been convicted or found guilty in Illinois or any other state of a misdemeanor involving the use or threat of physical force or violence against anyone in the past 5 years
Has not had 2 or more violations related to DUI in the past 5 years
Has not been in residential or court ordered treatment for alcoholism, alcohol detox, or drug treatment in the past 5 years
Does not pose a danger to himself, herself, or others, or a threat to the public safety as determined by the Concealed Carry License Review Board.
How Long Is My CCL Valid For?
Your Illinois CCL is valid for five years from the date of issue. With the new combined FOID/CCL cards there is no expiration date listed on the card – and that’s by design for a few reasons. The main reason is State Police want to monitor how much ammo you’re buying and how often. They also now track caliber so if you’re buying a bunch of rifle ammo and you didn’t register anything under the blatantly illegal and fascist “assault weapons ban”. PRO TIP: If a cop shows up at your door asking why you’re buying ammo for a rifle tell him to get the fuck off your doorstep and come back with a warrant. Actually – do that anytime a cop shows up to ask you questions. NEVER TALK TO THE POLICE!!! Kinda went off on a tangent there, but it had to be said.0
Because there’s no expiration date listed on your CCL, you can check the date your license expires by logging into your account on the State Police Website (https://www.ispfsb.com).
How Do I Renew My CCL?
Renewing your CCL is a pretty easy process. The first thing you’ll need to do is take a 3-hour renewal class. In this class we’ll go over the current laws in the State, we also go over Use of Force, as well as going to the shooting range for re-qualification. This will be identical to the same one you did when you first took your CCL. 30 rounds total – 10 from 15′, 10 from 21′, and 10 from 30′ at a B-27 target. You must pass with at least 70% accuracy.
The State Police allows you to start the renewal process 120 days before your CCL expires. CCL Renewals are processed in the same timeline as original applications, so it’s 120 days if no fingerprints are submitted and 90 days if fingerprints are submitted.
This is important, so pay attention – if you submit your renewal application BEFORE your CCL expires, you CAN still carry while your renewal application is being processed. If you submit your renewal application AFTER your CCL expires, you CAN NOT carry until your new license is issued.
If you’re caught carrying a concealed weapon with an expired license, you may face legal penalties, including fines, seizure of your firearm, and potential misdemeanor charges.
If I forget to renew, do I have to take the full 16-hour class again?
The short answer is no, but it depends on how long ago your license expired. If it expired a year or more ago, then yes you will. If you miss it by a day, a month, or even a few months, you will be fine to take the renewal class. Yes, I got this information straight from the Illinois State Police Firearms Services Bureau. If you have any questions regarding this and would like to talk to the ISP, you may call them at (217) 782-7980.
Are all instructors and CCL classes the same?
No. Every instructor is different and it’s up to each instructor to come up with a curriculum (that must be approved by the State Police) and how and what they teach their students. Now, every instructor is required to teach certain things during the CCL class, such as the laws regarding where you can carry and can’t carry, defining deadly force, forceable felonies, and a whole lot more.
Where the difference in the instructors lie is their backgrounds, how effective they are at teaching, do they have the ability to diagnose problems. In all reality, to be an instructor you just have to pass the basic requirements and take a weekend class, it’s kinda pathetic to be honest, and there is a wide range of instructors out there. From people like that – to people like me – who have a Marine Corps background, am a hand-to-hand combat instructor also, can diagnose what problems you’re having when you’re shooting and teaching you how to get better.
You need to vet your instructors – not just go for the guy that’s closest or the guy that charges less. Read the reviews, I know with me you’ll always see that I’m passionate and the amount of knowledge students have learned over a weekend is mind-blowing.
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