Applying for CHP question

[krenn72]

I just purchased a firearm in the state of VA and would like to get a CHP.

There's a part that says, "Obtaining or previously having held a license to carry a firearm in this Commonwealth or a locality thereof, unless such license has been revoked for cause." I have a CHP for the state of PA. I was wondering if this would fulfill this requirement? I'm hoping this would be enough and that I would not have to take a training course.

[chfaunce]

Well, if your PA permit is current, I wouldn't *think* the training would be required, but crazier things have happened...

http://www.vsp.state.va.us/Firearms_Reciprocity.shtm

[CowboyT]

I would suggest considering the Utah permit, depending on where you think you're likely to travel. It's good in even more states than our own (we're working on that), including VA.

[Chasbo00]

I just purchased a firearm in the state of VA and would like to get a CHP.

There's a part that says, "Obtaining or previously having held a license to carry a firearm in this Commonwealth or a locality thereof, unless such license has been revoked for cause." I have a CHP for the state of PA. I was wondering if this would fulfill this requirement? I'm hoping this would be enough and that I would not have to take a training course.

PA has no training requirement for a carry permit. VA does have a training requirement for a CHP even though it's ridiculously weak in my opinion. Hence, I think you will need to document training. Here is a link outlining VA's requirements:

http://www.handgunlaw.us/states/virginia.pdf

[chfaunce]

I've even heard that all the training can be done online, so you won't even have to visit a range to demonstrate proficiency. (Judging by the way people drive around here, I'm thinking that the DMV has taken up a similar policy )

[jrswanson1]

I had no formal training. I got my permit using my Hunter Education Certificate. IIRC the Hunter Ed class was free, and they're running them across the state now.

Jim

[ProShooter]

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