BShawn

Only a few days, if it's still like it was in the beginning. Think the 'average' was like two or three days... Even further North to Chitcago!

Agree. It could have been lost in the mail. I have seen plenty of lazy people who have no connection to a union. It amazes me how some people seem to think they know how to run an organization better than those who actually do the work even though they are not familiar with the process at all; or they assign characteristics to people they have never seen. It's all illinois. I got my Pennsylvania permit in 9 days through the mail 11 years ago. I read of others getting the permit in minutes if they applied in person. Yes I did mine in the mail the first time around too (before you HAD to do it in person), it was ~ one week door to door! Then when my LTCF expired they made it so you HAD to apply/renew in person; I walked in and spent TEN minutes (at most) inside. Walked out TEN minutes later with my new LTCF in hand!

nice!

How many consecutive days though? They have 90/120 calendar (not business) days to comply

Exactly this^ To be brtually honest. Your friend likely wont see a FOID card again for FIVE (5) years. I know because I was in a similar situation myself although not voluntary. I could not find a lawyer that would TOUCH it. Unless you (he) finds a lawyer that can get something done about it before hand, tell him to wait 5 years (to the day) to re-apply. At that point he can re-apply, and they may even give him **** then too, but will ultimately get his FOID back then. I'm unsure of his status of eligibility for a CCL. My next advice is exactly what officedrone talks about! If you have firearms and DON'T want to lose your "rights" (rights in quotes because in IL it's not a right it's a "privelage") - you may want to be VERY careful about what you do and do not "seek help" for! It really stinks but it is what it is. I don't think people should NOT seek help if they truly need it, but I also do NOT think the state should be able to "revoke" your RIGHTS just because you seek help. Catch 22, and you'll have to decide which is more important... @Officedrone - you're exactly right - Now people that DO need help - WONT seek it - if they don't want to lose their 2A rights.

Oh, and since the title doesn't specify "IL" My AZ CWP was in the mail today

Wow I applied in march and still haven't went active

Indeed, congratulations to everyone just receiving their cards

Congratulations everyone, glad to hear they finally came! Time for... ... ... WALLY WALK

It's GREAT to see there's still a fast turnaround for applying w/ prints. My one friend who decided to apply without prints had to wait almost (if not) the full 120 days (he stopped counting it took so long)!

Congratulations

Yes, you need a FOID to have a CCL, but since the beginning they've said if you don't already have a FOID, you can apply for BOTH at the same time...

Has anyone (from here) applied for the FOID and CCL at the same time yet? What's the time frame on it then? Any different?

Excellent story indeed! Very glad you got your FOID back!

And I failed to discuss some of the "improper labeling" too. What about the couple who goes to marriage counseling, oop, now you have "mental health issues" "yank his and her 2A rights". War vet, PTSD, "oop yank his/her 2A rights". It would surely seem they're looking for every excuse possible to make people ineligible for their 2A "rights"

Congratulations! Without making comments directly to or about you or your situation (as I do not know it and am not familiar with it), I will say this: This is exactly why "laws" NEED to change. People can't so much as seek help (be responsible) if they need it. Such as for "mental health" or "alcohol" or other "substance addiction" or "abuse" without fear of losing their 2A rights privileges. That in turn WILL make some people that "NEED" help AVOID seeking it. THAT is a problem. I for one, say EVERYONE should be entitled to 2A rights (even prior felons or "mentally ill" people), but to shut them out from getting help by making them chose "which one do you want more, 'help' or 'your rights'"? Just is not right... Nor in the best interest of the individual OR the public at large...

It's already law, it would have to be repealed. Plus my comments from earlier:

The law remains until it's repealed, and there's not nearly enough votes for that to happen. Bear in mind that there was majority support in the House before Moore v. Madigan for concealed carry. I think you're right about that. If you look back to HB148 in the 97th General Assembly, there's really no doubt we had simple majorities on our side of the vote. Even though the legislative make up has changed since then, I don't think it's changed that much. It was the super majority 71 vote needed in the House that proved problematic. We had that until the Speaker actively worked against us and pulled 3 (if memory serves) votes away, still leaving us with a good majority on the right side of things. Furthermore the longer we have the FCCA, and people have their licenses, and the citizenry are "out and about" carrying; I think there's even less chance of it ever being successfully repealed. Every day that passes I think the chance decreases a bit more. I think, not only do we already have enough people "on our side", but as time progresses (and uncertain citizens and/or legistalors see that the streets aren't and will not flow with blood), we'll have even more on our side, therefore making it even more difficult to repeal... If anything, due to this, I also suspect that over time we'll be able to actually stregnthen the FCCA (loosen the restrictions) for those who carry.

Doesn't surprise me, this is the tactic of these dirty *******... While it WOULD surprise me if SCOTUS actually granted an extension OR to actually hear it (when they appeal). I would only guess at this point that's their "game plan". File for extension, then appeal at the last possible minute, just like they did w/ 7CA. Too bad June 9 is still coming -- last time I checked -- filing for an extension or even filing for an appeal will not put my calendar, or the 7CA ruling, on pause... These a*holes really are gonna go down dragging, kicking, screaming, whining, grinding their teeth and nails into the ground, etc... like a little 6 year old, how sad !!! I guess those darn other 49 states would get with the program already @.@ Keep screwing around Madigan and co. 39 days, 39 days... ... ...

I already did: Here you go Hey that's pretty cool. Can we get that up in the banner section somehow? I didn't realize my little timer would be 'such a hit' LOL, I created a section for it in the back room (or whatever it's called) so that I don't have to cloud up the 'important' areas with my timer talk

That is EXACTLY right! Indiana verbiage - "License to Carry a Handgun" You all know my feelings on Open Carry. I'm not going to worry about it this time. Let Todd get us the best law he can. We have only one chance. I personally favor concealed, over open carry (heavily) myself. Though of course I'm sure each has their own benefits and drawbacks, it can be nice to have choice. That of course almost goes without saying though, same as "to each their own". Though on subject, I think open carry being permitted (as a part of all of this) would be super beneficial, because it would preclude being made into a criminal if you were to accidentally 'print' while carrying concealed. (how would they arrest one for printing for 1/2 a second, when open carry is legal too)... Those are just my thoughts though, for whatever they're worth.

I already did: Here you go

Today (/now): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3GwjfUFyY6M Tomorrow (in 2 minutes by the clock, but after I go to bed and wake up by my 'standard'): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K8qLUpZJhXo

Oh my lord, I almost want to cry I am so happy right now. Merry Christmas (santa came) early this year [Though, just as I'm sure others are thinking, we need to closely watch what they try to pass, and not permit some BS "may issue" crap to pass !!!]