Question:   I am 19 years old and I’ve been thinking of purchasing a handgun from a private seller.  Of course, everything would be done legally. I understand I have the right to carry a gun, but will it get me into any problems if it is not registered?  Is there a way I can […]

Question:  We moved from another state and brought handguns. We had a permit to own in another state. We also have receipts for them. Do we need to register them in Arizona? Also if we sell them does the buyer need a permit to buy in Arizona?
Answer:  In Arizona, you are not required to register […]

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I recently received a CCW license but am struggling to find a convenient carry method. I seldom wear a jacket and am not thrilled with an ankle holster. What option do you recommend for year-round (especially summer) carry? So far I’ve found a ‘belly band’ most comfortable. I am carrying a Kahr PM 9, if […]

Question:  Do the Arizona Revised Statutes require that an Arizona CCW holder advise a Law Enforcement officer of that fact and that he/she is armed? 
Answer:  There is no requirement under the Arizona Revised Statutes that requires a CCW permit holder to identify the fact that he/she has a permit and is armed […]

Question:
We purchased our handguns & rifle several years ago.  We have since moved & in fact the store that we purchased them at no longer exists.  We still live in the same state.  What I am trying to find out is…..I no longer have my registration or bills of sale on my handguns.  Do I […]

 
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In Florida, one of the possible reasons why a person may be ineligible to obtain a concealed carry permit is “Being committed to a mental institution or adjudged incompetent or mentally defective.” I’m trying to translate this statement into plain English, and would appreciate your help, although I understand that you may not be familiar […]

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I am looking into getting my Concealed Carry Permit and after looking at a few guns and was wondering if you could give me your opinion on the quality and reliabilty of these guns.  I live in New Orleans and there are plenty of ranges here so the gun would be for enjoyment as well […]

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I am looking for a good gun and concealment method to carry.  I currently have a Glock 22, but I think it is a bit too wide to carry comfortably (from what I hear).  I would like a Glock 26, but it is the same width of my Glock 22. Do you have any experience […]

QUESTION:  I am going to get a CCW in AZ as soon as possible, but in the meantime intend to carry openly.  Is a shoulder holster a legal way to open carry if it is outside my clothing?  Less importantly, is it a viable way to open carry?ANSWER:   Certainly a shoulder holster is a […]

As long as the misdemeanor conviction was not for any domestic violence offense, you should be able to pass the background check required to get an Arizona CCW permit or purchase a handgun.