lhampton Posted February 9, 2017 at 12:01 AM Share Posted February 9, 2017 at 12:01 AM So my son has finally decided to apply for his FOID card. As he is nineteen I see that I have to sign for him as parent or guardian.Does my signature really have to be notarized? We are transplants from Missouri, so a lot of this ILBS is unfamiliar to us.Louie Hampton Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bubbacs Posted February 9, 2017 at 12:06 AM Share Posted February 9, 2017 at 12:06 AM (edited) If it says notarized, I'd expect it to be true!But just for giggles since you asked, send it in without being notarized and see if it's ILBS!Could just be a suggestion....... Edited February 9, 2017 at 12:06 AM by Bubbacs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RacerDave6 Posted February 9, 2017 at 12:10 AM Share Posted February 9, 2017 at 12:10 AM Yes, it has to be notarized. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spec5 Posted February 9, 2017 at 01:01 AM Share Posted February 9, 2017 at 01:01 AM If it says notarized, I'd expect it to be true!But just for giggles since you asked, send it in without being notarized and see if it's ILBS!Could just be a suggestion....... I would guess even in Missouri notarized is given the same meaning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lhampton Posted February 9, 2017 at 02:52 AM Author Share Posted February 9, 2017 at 02:52 AM Stupid question? I guess. However, my application for foid didn't require a notary. His signature doesn't require a notary. The only thing that requires a notary is my statement that I am his parent and meet the standards required to obtain a foid. Duh, been there done that, got the fancy plastic with the ten digit number to prove it, along with the other fancy plastic with the same number but a pretty blue stripe at the top that says I can jump through their hoops. So while I'm asking stupid questions... As he is applying online, do I need to arrange transportation for the notary to my house to look at my computer, or should I load my computer up and meet the notary at an FFL. What is the transfer fee required for that? I know I sound harsh. While that is intentional, it isn't directed at anyone here. I've lurked for a while and learned a great deal here, I just think that the whole foid concept is ridiculous. It has been a long day, and I used up all my purple at the office. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spec5 Posted February 9, 2017 at 03:09 AM Share Posted February 9, 2017 at 03:09 AM (edited) I guess I would have no idea how a notary can notarize without his/her signature and see your signature and not use his or her notary seal. Are you sure you just don't apply online and follow up with the notarized verification? Edited February 9, 2017 at 03:10 AM by spec5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lhampton Posted February 9, 2017 at 03:17 AM Author Share Posted February 9, 2017 at 03:17 AM Still thinking about this. I'm struck that the part that bothers me most is not that we have to play the game. Jumping through hoops and paying fees for things that we could do so easily, and freely, just 10 miles down the road and across the bridge. What bothers me most, is not that I have to deal with it, but that my son has to. How silly is that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spec5 Posted February 9, 2017 at 03:20 AM Share Posted February 9, 2017 at 03:20 AM (edited) I guess it is whether you want it or whether you don't. Sometimes it's just the way it is until it isn't. Fill out the paperwork and submit it and put the process behind you. It's not worth worrying about. Edited February 9, 2017 at 03:21 AM by spec5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InterestedBystander Posted February 9, 2017 at 03:23 AM Share Posted February 9, 2017 at 03:23 AM (edited) I guess I would have no idea how a notary can notarize without his/her signature and see your signature and not use his or her notary seal. Are you sure you just don't apply online and follow up with the notarized verification?From the FAQ (but still does not address notary answer when application done online) . Minor Applicants Can I apply for a FOID Card if I am not 21 years of age? Yes, a minor can apply for a FOID card with a parent or legal guardian sponsor. The parent or legal guardian must be eligible for a FOID card. The parent or legal guardian must also sign an affidavit and attach it to the application. (At this time, if you were born after January 1, 2000, you must submit your application through the alternative call-in method via the Customer Service Call Center at 217-782-7980.) Edited February 9, 2017 at 03:27 AM by InterestedBystander Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abolt243 Posted February 9, 2017 at 03:30 AM Share Posted February 9, 2017 at 03:30 AM I guess I would have no idea how a notary can notarize without his/her signature and see your signature and not use his or her notary seal. Are you sure you just don't apply online and follow up with the notarized verification?From the FAQ (but still does not address notary answer when application done online) . Minor Applicants Can I apply for a FOID Card if I am not 21 years of age? Yes, a minor can apply for a FOID card with a parent or legal guardian sponsor. The parent or legal guardian must be eligible for a FOID card. The parent or legal guardian must also sign an affidavit and attach it to the application. (At this time, if you were born after January 1, 2000, you must submit your application through the alternative call-in method via the Customer Service Call Center at 217-782-7980.) And there's the answer to the question. Minors must apply via the alternative call-in method described above. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InterestedBystander Posted February 9, 2017 at 03:34 AM Share Posted February 9, 2017 at 03:34 AM (edited) If born after 2000. Per the Count, theres an affidavit form link to download, notarize, scan and submit...or at least there was before http://illinoiscarry.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=57833&do=findComment&comment=934336 "Posted 27 August 2015 - 09:12 AMSo to answer my own question, yes, for the online process you must create an account for each child, and go though the online application process. You will get to the part where you have to send in a parent / guardian affidavit. Download the blank form, take it to a Public Notary to notarize your signature. Digitize the affidavit - they accept jpeg so if nothing else you can just scan it and upload the digital copy of the affidavit to ISP's site. Take a head & shoulder's picture of your kid and upload that too." Edited February 9, 2017 at 03:35 AM by InterestedBystander Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lhampton Posted February 9, 2017 at 11:15 AM Author Share Posted February 9, 2017 at 11:15 AM Thank you for your responses. We will try jpeg as suggested by InterestedBystander. He was born prior to 2000, so alternate call-in should not be necessary. If that fails, then I guess the old fashioned snail mail approach. Louie Hampton Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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