Question 1

Why should I get a Concealed Firearms Permit?

Accepted Answer

WITHOUT a Concealed Permit, a person:
 
1.  MAY NOT conceal or even partially conceal a firearm on their person in public in any way at all. 
2.  MAY NOT openly carry a firearm with a round in the chamber for semi-automatic pistols.
3.  MAY NOT openly carry a revolver with a round under the hammer or in the next position of the cylinder. (This means that your 6-shooter is only allowed to be a 4-shooter).
4.  MAY NOT have a loaded long gun (Rifle or Shotgun) in their vehicle.
 
WITH a Concealed Permit, a person MAY:
1.  Carry any number of concealed legal firearms on their person loaded or unloaded.
2.  Travel in a vehicle with loaded long guns (rifles and shotguns).
3.  The $7.50 background check is waived when purchasing firearms.  
4.  Utah has the most sought-after permit in the nation due to our high training requirements and standards.  
5.  You may conceal carry in up to 37 other states.

Question 2

Can I take the Concealed Class online?

Accepted Answer

NO!  And stay away from any website who claims that you can.  Utah Concealed Permits courses must be attended IN-PERSON.

Question 3

How long is the Concealed Carry Class?

Accepted Answer

The concealed carry class is four hours long.  Upon completion, you will recieve a certified instructor-stamped application which you can submit to the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI) to apply for your Concealed Firearm Permit, which is valid for five (5) years.

Question 4

How long does it take to get my concealed carry license after I attend the class?

Accepted Answer

The Utah BCI has sixty (60) days from when they receive your packet to either award or deny your permit.

Question 5

Are there any hidden costs or fees for the Concealed Carry Class?

Accepted Answer

We charge $45 for the training, but BCI charges fees to process applications:
 
1.  In-State (Utah) residents: $53.25
2.  Out-of-State (Non-Utah) residents: $63.25
 
Your permit is valid for five (5) years.  After that, it's only $20 to renew for each consecutive five years.

Question 6

Who can attend the Concealed Carry Class?

Accepted Answer

Applicants must be 21 years of age (at the time the application is submitted, you can take the class prior to 21 and hold the application for up to one year) and proof the applicant is of good character. As cited in Utah Criminal Code §53-5-704(2), an applicant demonstrates good character if he/she:
 
(a)  has not been convicted of a felony;
(b)  has not been convicted of a crime of violence
(c)  has not been convicted of an offense involving the use of alcohol;
(d)  has not been convicted of an offense involving the use of narcotics or other controlled substances;
(e)  has not been convicted of an offense involving moral turpitude;
(f)  has not been convicted of an offense involving domestic violence;
(g)  has not been adjudicated by a court of a state or of the United States as mentally incompetent, unless the adjudication has been withdrawn or reversed: and
(h)  is qualified to purchase and possess a dangerous weapon and a handgun pursuant to Section 76-10-503 and federal law.
(i)  within the last ten years, has not been adjudicated delinquent for an offense which if committed by an adult would have been a violent felony. (Juvenile offenses)
(j)  within the last seven years, has not been adjudicated delinquent for an offense which if committed by an adult would have been a felony. (Juvenile offenses)

Question 7

Is there any shooting in the Concealed Carry Class?

Accepted Answer

There is no shooting in the Concealed License class, but we will train with firearms to ensure proper stance, grip, and shooting fundamentals.  If you'd like to shoot, we'd recommend also taking our Concealed Carry Training Course, or any of our Rifle or Pistol Courses.

Question 8

Do I need to bring a firearm or anything else to the Concealed Carry Class?

Accepted Answer

You do not need to bring a firearm.  We provide all necessary training and education tools and equipment.

Question 9

Do you provide pictures and fingerprints?

Accepted Answer

Yes, as part of the class fee, we provide fingerprint cards and will fingerprint you as part of your application.  For $2 more, we will also print you a passport quality photo right on the spot.

Question 10

Can my kids attend the rifle or pistol training courses?

Accepted Answer

Yes.  We have trained children as young as 6 years old.  There are physical and mental compentencies required to attend.  Please reach out to us for details.  (435) 232-8182 or Joshua@UtahShoot.com

Question 11

Do you offer any training outside of firearms?

Accepted Answer

Yes!  We also provide:
 
- Defensive Mindset Training
- Martial Arts Training
- Home Defense Training
- Church Security Training

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