Hellcat Posted January 6, 2022 at 08:24 PM Share Posted January 6, 2022 at 08:24 PM I sent a packet with all required documents almost a year and a half ago and have never received any information from the State. I have left numerous voicemails and sent emails to the State and have not received a response. Any suggestions on what to do? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mkhalil61 Posted January 8, 2022 at 03:32 AM Share Posted January 8, 2022 at 03:32 AM On 1/6/2022 at 2:24 PM, Hellcat said: I sent a packet with all required documents almost a year and a half ago and have never received any information from the State. I have left numerous voicemails and sent emails to the State and have not received a response. Any suggestions on what to do? Hire a lawyer- seems to get ISP cronies moving Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Molly B. Posted January 8, 2022 at 03:57 PM Author Share Posted January 8, 2022 at 03:57 PM On 1/6/2022 at 2:24 PM, Hellcat said: I sent a packet with all required documents almost a year and a half ago and have never received any information from the State. I have left numerous voicemails and sent emails to the State and have not received a response. Any suggestions on what to do? I would suggest you send a request for hearing review to the director of the ISP: Quote Sec. 10. Appeal to director; hearing; relief from firearm prohibitions. Whenever an application for a Firearm Owner's Identification Card is denied, whenever the Department fails to act on an application within 30 days of its receipt, or whenever such a Card is revoked or seized as provided for in Section 8 of this Act, the aggrieved party may appeal to the Director of State Police for a hearing upon such denial, revocation or seizure, You will need to send a letter to the director and request a hearing on the appeal you filed and give the date or approximate date you submitted your appeal the first time. In the letter, give your full legal name, date of birth, FOID number, and the date your FOID card was denied/revoked. Send a complete set of the appeal forms you already filed. Send this all via a mail service that will provide you with a signed receipt of delivery to: Director Brendan Kelly Illinois State Police 801 S. 7th Street Springfield, IL 62703 Please keep us posted on your progress. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
veela Posted January 18, 2022 at 01:49 AM Share Posted January 18, 2022 at 01:49 AM (edited) My dr signed the paperwork for me today for > 5 years since being voluntarily committed. We will see how long until something happens. Over/under bets? Lol ETA: Filled out my FOID application and paid online today 1/19/2022. Edited January 19, 2022 at 11:09 PM by veela more info Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Molly B. Posted January 18, 2022 at 02:27 AM Author Share Posted January 18, 2022 at 02:27 AM On 1/17/2022 at 7:49 PM, veela said: My dr signed the paperwork for me today for > 5 years since being voluntarily committed. We will see how long until something happens. Over/under bets? Lol I'm going to guess 6 mos., I hope the ISP prove me wrong and they get your appeal processed in less time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
veela Posted January 19, 2022 at 11:12 PM Share Posted January 19, 2022 at 11:12 PM On 1/17/2022 at 8:27 PM, Molly B. said: I'm going to guess 6 mos., I hope the ISP prove me wrong and they get your appeal processed in less time! Molly - I will donate $100 to the site now. I will add another $100 per month if it comes before my birthday in July. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Molly B. Posted January 19, 2022 at 11:32 PM Author Share Posted January 19, 2022 at 11:32 PM For a great cause like IllinoisCarry - here's hoping!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cuddlygoose Posted January 26, 2022 at 02:12 PM Share Posted January 26, 2022 at 02:12 PM My FOID just went back "Under Review" today, after submitting my mental health > 5 years cert. The Dr i went to said it's been taking his other patients about 2 weeks for theirs to get approved. I'm not sure if i completely believe that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Molly B. Posted January 26, 2022 at 02:47 PM Author Share Posted January 26, 2022 at 02:47 PM After it goes to under review, it can move pretty quickly. Please keep us posted on your status. It will be helpful to see how the process is moving! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
veela Posted January 28, 2022 at 05:10 PM Share Posted January 28, 2022 at 05:10 PM We have completed our initial review of your submission and have determined that all necessary items are present. Your application has been moved to the background review queue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mkhalil61 Posted January 28, 2022 at 11:35 PM Share Posted January 28, 2022 at 11:35 PM On 1/28/2022 at 11:10 AM, veela said: We have completed our initial review of your submission and have determined that all necessary items are present. Your application has been moved to the background review queue. Now your in limbo for the next hundred + days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rm4 Posted February 1, 2022 at 12:29 AM Share Posted February 1, 2022 at 12:29 AM (edited) Hey Everyone, Applied for my foid about a month ago and was denied due to a voluntary health admission from 10+ years ago when I was a minor. I have had a physician fill out/send in the paperwork on his end and have filled out most of the forms on my end. My question is what should I put on the box that asks me to describe the reason for my appeal. I figured I should keep it short and sweet but wanted advice from those who have gone through the process. My thinking was writing in there: "Dealt with issues as minor. No subsequent issues. Have been cleared by physician and physician has sent original copy of Mental Health Certification for Firearm Possession." Is that too non descriptive/ should I add more information to the reason? Thanks again for all your help. Edited February 1, 2022 at 12:43 AM by Rm4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTHunter Posted February 1, 2022 at 04:21 AM Share Posted February 1, 2022 at 04:21 AM Rm4 - that sounds good except for one thing. I would suggest that you use "juvenile" instead of "minor", simply for clarity. After all, "minor" and "miner" are confusing sound-alikes. If I may ask, were you less that 13 years old when this happened or over 13? Good luck ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rm4 Posted February 1, 2022 at 04:29 PM Share Posted February 1, 2022 at 04:29 PM Hey JT, Thanks for the advice! I was 15 at the time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littleagnes99 Posted February 8, 2022 at 01:14 AM Share Posted February 8, 2022 at 01:14 AM My appeal went very quick. Appealed to the state early December 2021 and won appeal January 2022. Had to apply for a new foid card on January 8th and my card just went active. Surprised how quick it went. I used an attorney who said he's been having very good luck lately. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlphaKoncepts aka CGS Posted February 8, 2022 at 02:37 PM Share Posted February 8, 2022 at 02:37 PM On 2/7/2022 at 7:14 PM, Littleagnes99 said: My appeal went very quick. Appealed to the state early December 2021 and won appeal January 2022. Had to apply for a new foid card on January 8th and my card just went active. Surprised how quick it went. I used an attorney who said he's been having very good luck lately. Would you mind sharing your attorney's name for others to reference? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littleagnes99 Posted February 8, 2022 at 04:10 PM Share Posted February 8, 2022 at 04:10 PM (edited) On 2/8/2022 at 8:37 AM, AlphaKoncepts aka CGS said: Would you mind sharing your attorney's name for others to reference? Molly B. has the attorney's name for anyone wanting to contact him. Edited February 8, 2022 at 04:12 PM by Littleagnes99 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chemical operator1 Posted February 13, 2022 at 03:35 AM Share Posted February 13, 2022 at 03:35 AM It’s been almost 2 years. But looks like with some help from people here, my state Senators & Representatives and my attorney I am FINALLY getting issued my FOID. I’ll upload the letter I received from ISP. Don’t give up. Be persistent and you will prevail. 60 days cannot come soon enough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Molly B. Posted February 13, 2022 at 04:53 AM Author Share Posted February 13, 2022 at 04:53 AM Fantastic!! And this is the first appeal I've seen with a reference to the 2021 Evans case that rules restoration of rights is NOT contrary to federal law! This is huge and now maybe isp will stop contesting appeals on the basis of their belief it was contrary to federal law. We have been fighting against this since 2013. A very sweet win. Huge. Really. Huge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chemical operator1 Posted February 13, 2022 at 02:27 PM Share Posted February 13, 2022 at 02:27 PM (edited) My only concern is that when my new FOID expires and I go to renew, could a new director deny me or the FSB choose not to renew it. And would I have to start at square 1 all over again? And could obtaining a CCL be an issue? Thoughts? Edited February 13, 2022 at 02:28 PM by chemical operator1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Molly B. Posted February 13, 2022 at 08:08 PM Author Share Posted February 13, 2022 at 08:08 PM That is not usually the case. Once rights are restored, that info should stay with your file. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chemical operator1 Posted February 14, 2022 at 12:34 AM Share Posted February 14, 2022 at 12:34 AM Thanks Molly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FredNickl Posted February 14, 2022 at 01:46 PM Share Posted February 14, 2022 at 01:46 PM Though I agree with Molly, I have seem some horror shows. One time, relief was granted after informal appeal, FOID issues, but then denied at renewal. Why? Because ISP can't find the letter they sent restoring renewal applicant's firearm civil rights 10 years prior. Renewal applicant searches everywhere, can't find it either. Without proof that rights were ever restored, renewal applicant must submit new appeal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chemical operator1 Posted February 14, 2022 at 01:49 PM Share Posted February 14, 2022 at 01:49 PM Good thing I’m keeping the letter they sent in my safe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Molly B. Posted February 14, 2022 at 05:41 PM Author Share Posted February 14, 2022 at 05:41 PM On 2/14/2022 at 7:46 AM, FredNickl said: Though I agree with Molly, I have seem some horror shows. One time, relief was granted after informal appeal, FOID issues, but then denied at renewal. Why? Because ISP can't find the letter they sent restoring renewal applicant's firearm civil rights 10 years prior. Renewal applicant searches everywhere, can't find it either. Without proof that rights were ever restored, renewal applicant must submit new appeal. I have also seen this happen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lnegron Posted February 16, 2022 at 12:32 PM Share Posted February 16, 2022 at 12:32 PM In 2020 I applied for a FOID card. I provided all the documentation required. After 8 months I received a letter stating something about they could not find anything showing that I do not have a record. What the hey!!!?!? I appealed the denial and was denied again stating that I did not submit the proper paperwork despite me sending everything in my initial request. Why do I need to get a certified letter from my Clerk stating I have no back ground when I have no background? I feel that I am getting the run around. Any help is greatly appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Molly B. Posted February 16, 2022 at 05:21 PM Author Share Posted February 16, 2022 at 05:21 PM On 2/16/2022 at 6:32 AM, lnegron said: In 2020 I applied for a FOID card. I provided all the documentation required. After 8 months I received a letter stating something about they could not find anything showing that I do not have a record. What the hey!!!?!? I appealed the denial and was denied again stating that I did not submit the proper paperwork despite me sending everything in my initial request. Why do I need to get a certified letter from my Clerk stating I have no back ground when I have no background? I feel that I am getting the run around. Any help is greatly appreciated. Possible to send me a private message with a copy of the denial letter you received? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaBear Posted February 17, 2022 at 12:36 PM Share Posted February 17, 2022 at 12:36 PM Hi, I applied for my FOID card in February/March of 2021. In April of 2021 my divorce judge allowed me to resume my maiden name so I immediately filed for a name change with my FOID card, which immediately revoked my card 3days after receiving it in the mail. 11 years ago, (either a sophomore or junior in high school) I went to a mental health facility for 7 days for attempted… via aspirin which just made me sick to my stomach, all went well and I was released, no medication, no outpatient care. In October of 2021 my therapist/counselor completed and sent out the Mental Health Certification to the ISP and on February 6th of 2022, I sent the Mental Health Record for the hospital, Foid Disposition and Request for Investigation. I misplaced my FOID card so I did put lost/destroyed on the paperwork, do you think maybe that would slow the process? I’ve called and I get through (to the payment department) but they’re no help and I’ve left a voicemail and emailed but no responses. I want to be sure that I have everything completed and also that me missing the 60 days to Appeal after revocation didn’t make me ineligible or something. Any help on this is greatly appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Molly B. Posted February 19, 2022 at 12:13 AM Author Share Posted February 19, 2022 at 12:13 AM Ahhh, when you reverted to your maiden name the mental facility record popped up. I've never known missing the 60 day window to prevent someone's appeal from being processed. I do see most appeals of this type taking 6 mos. to a year for processing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaBear Posted February 19, 2022 at 09:26 PM Share Posted February 19, 2022 at 09:26 PM (edited) On 2/18/2022 at 6:13 PM, Molly B. said: Ahhh, when you reverted to your maiden name the mental facility record popped up. I've never known missing the 60 day window to prevent someone's appeal from being processed. I do see most appeals of this type taking 6 mos. to a year for processing. Okay. Yeah I figured that would have been checked/seen when I applied but alright, I’ll stay hopeful. Thank you for responding! Edited February 19, 2022 at 09:26 PM by MamaBear Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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