B2Tall
Stirrer of the Pot
I've touched on this subject in other threads so I figured I'd give it its own thread:
If you're a Florida resident and you're applying for a Florida CCW, do not mail your application. Find your nearest office here - Office Regions - Division of Licensing, FDACS, call and make an appointment, go to the office and file your application electronically. It doesn't cost a penny more other than the gas you'll burn getting there. Even if you have to drive an hour to get there (like I did) it's well worth the trip.
Over the last year I've been helping out a dealer friend of mine at various gun shows here in Florida and as a result I've spoken to countless CCW holders. Only once have I heard of anyone getting their CCW in less than 90 days after they mailed the application (it was 60 days for this particular person). I've heard many, many tales of frustration concerning the mail-in process......4 months, 5 months, etc. On the other hand, I don't believe I've ever spoken to anyone who had to wait more than 14 days after applying in person at a licensing office. The people there will answer any questions you may have on the spot. Oddly enough for state employees, the folks I dealt with at the West Palm Beach office were so nice and helpful (to all the applicants, not just me) that I wrote a complimentary letter to their boss.
Remember - call first for an appointment. You may have to wait a week or so to get in but it's well worth it.
If you're a Florida resident and you're applying for a Florida CCW, do not mail your application. Find your nearest office here - Office Regions - Division of Licensing, FDACS, call and make an appointment, go to the office and file your application electronically. It doesn't cost a penny more other than the gas you'll burn getting there. Even if you have to drive an hour to get there (like I did) it's well worth the trip.
Over the last year I've been helping out a dealer friend of mine at various gun shows here in Florida and as a result I've spoken to countless CCW holders. Only once have I heard of anyone getting their CCW in less than 90 days after they mailed the application (it was 60 days for this particular person). I've heard many, many tales of frustration concerning the mail-in process......4 months, 5 months, etc. On the other hand, I don't believe I've ever spoken to anyone who had to wait more than 14 days after applying in person at a licensing office. The people there will answer any questions you may have on the spot. Oddly enough for state employees, the folks I dealt with at the West Palm Beach office were so nice and helpful (to all the applicants, not just me) that I wrote a complimentary letter to their boss.
Remember - call first for an appointment. You may have to wait a week or so to get in but it's well worth it.