Out-of-State CHL questions

[str8shooter]

So a buddy of mine called and said he just finished all the online stuff for a West Virginia (I think) CHL. He lives in Big D. Claims he doesn't have the time to do the class stuff and the shooting test, which WV (or whichever state it was) does not require. HOWEVER, the state he did this in has reciprocity with the state of TX so apparently he will be able to carry concealed in TX with this out of state CHL that only cost him $50. Note that my buddy has never lived in the state where he is receiving the CHL and he IS ex-military.

Question 1 - Is this information correct?

Question 2 - Are there possible negative consequences to this? I would think that if he ever had to pull on a dirtbag while living in TX that his out-of-state CHL which did not require a shooting proficiency test might come into question.

[Jaybo31]

You can do it. There were quite a few people doing it through Florida.
I wouldn't do it. Because like you said, even though its legal if you had to use it I bet you're gonna catch alot of flack

[cookemerkel]

I have heard of people doing this. Florida is another state that has similar requirements. Only real big down fall is if Texas withdrawals the right for that state to carry here. (I think!?)

[Jdickerson5]

I don't like the idea. It's more ammo for the gov to take away our right to carry. For those of us who did it the way Texas requires will look bad if and when the situation takes place and the question arises about proficiency or the lack of the test that the individual was given... There should be a standard across all agreement states and the requirements should be the same.

[Bill]

Strange. You can be a non-resident to get a Florida CHL, but Florida will not recognize a CHL issued to somebody who is not a resident of that state.

QUESTION 4.
I have a Florida Concealed Weapon/Firearm License, but I am not a legal resident of Florida. Can I travel to the states that recognize Florida licenses and still carry a concealed weapon?

Most of the reciprocity states will honor Florida non-resident permits; however, authorities in a number of states have informed us that there are specific provisions in their laws that restrict the terms of their mutual recognition agreements ONLY to the LICENSED RESIDENTS of other states. Therefore, those individuals who hold Florida licenses but who are not residents of Florida cannot carry concealed weapons in these states. Please take careful note of those states listed above that have a reference to Footnote 4 after them.

BE ADVISED: Because gun laws are subject to change or different interpretation by state courts, we recommend that non-resident Florida licensees call or write licensing authorities in the states in which they will be traveling to obtain the latest information on this important topic.

QUESTION 5.
I have a concealed carry permit from one of the states with which Florida has reciprocity, but I am not a resident of that state. Can I carry legally while visiting a Florida?

No. Florida, like Michigan and New Hampshire, has a residency requirement in its reciprocity law. Florida does not recognize non-resident concealed carry permits from other states.

http://licgweb.doacs.state.fl.us/new...led_carry.html

[Tuffbroadhead]

You are correct Bill and Texas is moving toward that also...

Texas tried to get a bill put together this year but fell short, really hope it goes through next year..

[Bill]

It doesn't matter here, only the rural counties can issue CHLs, and you must be a real resident there or it's a crime. CA does not honor out of state CHLs. I'd much prefer getting one where I live and not playing out of state games. My liberal "friends" are horrified when I say I'd like to get one. When they ask why, I tell them so I can save their wife/ girlfriend/ mother/ daughter from a rapist who's in the middle of a struggle with her in a parking lot carjacking her vehicle and her. Or would they rather I took a picture with my cellphone as I prayed for peace on earth and her guardian angel to save her?

[Geezy Rider]

The issue I see with this is not learning Texas law. Might come in real handy if you need to use your weapon.

[Coach W]

Trayvon Martin VS. George Zimmerman shows you that regardless if you have an in state CHL (Zimmerman DID) that you are going to catch a BUNCH of flak...

Especially if the guy you kill isnt your race... Your buddy better pray he gets jumped by a white, a black and a hispanic guy so you can say you didnt discriminate.... I think its ok if he's oriental.

BTW as evidenced HERE WEEKLY most people that went through the TEXAS CHL class DONT KNOW THE LAW... Just set around and watch threads about carrying... where people get this misinformation I dont know... but just watch. It would be funnier if theirs or my life didnt have to depend on it.

[LWD]

Trayvon Martin VS. George Zimmerman shows you that regardless if you have an in state CHL (Zimmerman DID) that you are going to catch a BUNCH of flak...

Especially if the guy you kill isnt your race... Your buddy better pray he gets jumped by a white, a black and a hispanic guy so you can say you didnt discriminate.... I think its ok if he's oriental.

This. The much, much bigger issues are (1) that you shot someone and (2) whether that was justified or not. Worrying about what CHL you had when you shot the guy is kinda like worrying about shooting him with reloads instead of factory ammo. Neither is more significant than having shot someone.

LWD