ISP Processing Statistics

[PEEACHES]

To avoid adding to the pile of "How long did your CCL take?" type questions, I'v been relying on on the stats found on https://isp.illinois.gov/Foid/Statistics to try and gauge when I'd be most likely to receive an update on my application. While the processing times have been relatively consistent over the last few posted months (in my case, looking at the ccl w/prints stats averaging 42-46 days), it is nearly the end of November already, and yet there are still no numbers for the month of October.

 

Do the stats listed reflect the applications processed that month, or applications received that month?

 

If the stats reflect the processing times for applications received in that month, it would be understandable to have to wait until processing is completed for the applications received before being able to update the statistics, and would explain why October stats still aren't listed (though, September's numbers likely wouldn't be complete yet either but are available). I'm under the impression then that the numbers most likely reflect the applications processed each month. 

 

While I understand that there are likely a variety of reasons why processing times can increase or decrease month-to-month which aren't always predictable, it would be nice to at least have the numbers available within a reasonable timeframe in order to reassess expectations, and, while I can't remember exactly when they were updated, September's numbers have been available for quite some time now.

 

I'm not in any real rush to begin carrying, but admittedly am just kind of an impatient person in general. After passing the previous month's averages with no movement on my application, I was wondering if maybe the average processing times have recently increased for one reason or another, but without more recent or frequently updated statistics, who knows?

[crufflesmuth]

The State takes as long as they are statutorily forced. That is just the reality of the situation.

 

Processing times depend on how much information they go through; and the information on the applicant. I would 

strongly recommend taking control of your data and consumer information. Opting out 

of consumer reports like Lexis Nexis is a benefit ( https://optout.lexisnexis.com/ ) Taking control of your information

means they have potentially less information to comb through and have to actually do their job.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Edited November 20, 2024 at 07:04 PM by crufflesmuth

[PEEACHES]

On 11/20/2024 at 12:53 PM, crufflesmuth said:

The State takes as long as they are statutorily forced. That is just the reality of the situation.

Fun rhetoric, but if that were the case they'd be consistently using up all 90 days. Sep'23 through Sep'24 the average was 40 days.

 

Conjecture, but I believe I read elsewhere that there's been an increase in FTIP requests and FOID applications (probably in response to/anticipation of the election) which take priority, so I'd expect Oct-Nov numbers to be higher than previous months.

 

Still no October updates though to confirm yet, but will be interesting to see the numbers for oct/nov once available. 

 

Opting out of LexisNexis wouldn't do much to help here, as a majority of the "processing" time is just spent with the applications sitting untouched in a queue, waiting to be looked at. Once the application actually gets looked at, it seems to go pretty quickly for most people unless they are sent to board review. 

[davel501]

On 11/22/2024 at 3:49 PM, PEEACHES said:

Fun rhetoric, but if that were the case they'd be consistently using up all 90 days. Sep'23 through Sep'24 the average was 40 days.

 

Conjecture, but I believe I read elsewhere that there's been an increase in FTIP requests and FOID applications (probably in response to/anticipation of the election) which take priority, so I'd expect Oct-Nov numbers to be higher than previous months.

 

Still no October updates though to confirm yet, but will be interesting to see the numbers for oct/nov once available. 

 

Opting out of LexisNexis wouldn't do much to help here, as a majority of the "processing" time is just spent with the applications sitting untouched in a queue, waiting to be looked at. Once the application actually gets looked at, it seems to go pretty quickly for most people unless they are sent to board review. 

 

You ought to spend some time reading old posts. Back when the state thought they could do whatever they wanted they regularly blew out the time windows. 

 

They have gotten better now that the courts are getting closer to restoring from in this area. 

[mauserme]

On 11/22/2024 at 3:49 PM, PEEACHES said:

Fun rhetoric, but if that were the case they'd be consistently using up all 90 days. Sep'23 through Sep'24 the average was 40 days.

 

Conjecture, but I believe I read elsewhere that there's been an increase in FTIP requests and FOID applications (probably in response to/anticipation of the election) which take priority, so I'd expect Oct-Nov numbers to be higher than previous months.

 

Still no October updates though to confirm yet, but will be interesting to see the numbers for oct/nov once available. 

 

Opting out of LexisNexis wouldn't do much to help here, as a majority of the "processing" time is just spent with the applications sitting untouched in a queue, waiting to be looked at. Once the application actually gets looked at, it seems to go pretty quickly for most people unless they are sent to board review. 

 

As dave501 mentioned, there are some older threads discussing the delays.  This one from August, 2021 includes some interesting statistics as well as a link to an article about an applicant waiting 1 year 4 months for his FOID card and almost as long for his carry permit.

 

 

[Nod]

My CC renewal comes up on Feb 1st 25. The earliest class I can get is Dec 30th. But as I understand it, as long as I submit my renewal certificate by that date, I'm still good. My Foid is good for another 4 years.

[John Q Public]

Yes you are good as long as it's paid for by the renew date.

[Nod]

Thank you !

[crufflesmuth]

Print a copy of the payment/receipt and the E-FOID too, if you can. 

 

I am surprised they do not automate most of the process with AI. It

would save them from future complications. 

[crufflesmuth]

On 11/22/2024 at 3:49 PM, PEEACHES said:

Fun rhetoric, but if that were the case they'd be consistently using up all 90 days. Sep'23 through Sep'24 the average was 40 days.

 

Conjecture, but I believe I read elsewhere that there's been an increase in FTIP requests and FOID applications (probably in response to/anticipation of the election) which take priority, so I'd expect Oct-Nov numbers to be higher than previous months.

 

Still no October updates though to confirm yet, but will be interesting to see the numbers for oct/nov once available. 

 

Opting out of LexisNexis wouldn't do much to help here, as a majority of the "processing" time is just spent with the applications sitting untouched in a queue, waiting to be looked at. Once the application actually gets looked at, it seems to go pretty quickly for most people unless they are sent to board review. 

 

There are some agencies and courts that use Lexis. Consumer information in those reports can include information from the local municipal court to what car insurance you carry or did in addition to listed car models/makes. Previous addresses. Will it speed things up? no. Until license plate reading technology is better understood, I would recommend gun owners maintain awareness of their data and information.

 

Anything not covered by the FOID/CCL statutes is fair game. I advocate for individuals to own their information and maintain how people access it. 

Edited November 24, 2024 at 05:38 PM by crufflesmuth