I received a question asking if a person applying for and receiving a CCW Permit gave up any of their legal rights as a result of having an Arizona CCW permit.
The short answer that you do not give up any of your legal rights by obtaining an Arizona CCW Permit.
Arizona is an ‘open carry’ state.  […]

A questioner writes:  “I recently purchased a 9mm Kahr PM9 for concealed carry and home defense. I live in an apartment and would like to get ammunition that will not put others in the complex in danger. I am looking at Mag-Safe but have read mixed reviews about the functioning in autos. Thank you for […]

Recently I have had a several questions from active duty military folks regarding concealed carry in Arizona.  I decided to combine the last few questions into a single post to explain how it works for those of you who are stationed here or have some general questions about the need for or the renewal of […]

A reader recently raised an excellent question. He had read that it was illegal to carry a firearm during a ‘Bow Only’ hunting season. He was concerned that there was an apparent contradiction in Arizona law regarding legal open or concealed carry for self protection and the prohibition of carrying a firearm during […]

I received a question recently regarding felony arrests and whether or not someone who had been arrested but not convicted could get an Arizona CCW Permit.
If you were arrested for felony charges, but those charges were dropped and you were never convicted of a felony, then you can get a CCW permit in Arizona.
As a […]

Can a non-resident of Arizona apply for and receive and Arizona CCW Permit?
Absolutely! In Arizona, non-residents meeting all the requirement for an Arizona CCW Permit will be issued one.
Any applicant for an AZ CCW Permit must meet the following requirements:

Must be a United States citizen or permanent resident alien.
Must be lawfully present in the […]

I recently received a question regarding any recent changes in the law regarding concealed carry in establishments that serve alcohol.
Unfortunately, the law has not changed. It is absolutely still illegal to carry a firearm in any establishment that serves alcohol for consumption on the premises. The proposed legislation to allow this […]

Question: I am wondering if I should use +P ammo in my Springfield XD 45.

Your Springfield can handle the +P ammo just fine. The question is whether to use it or not.

Essentially what +P ammo does is give your .45 caliber bullet a slightly higher velocity. Normal .45 ACP […]

A reader sent me a question regarding the legality of having firearms in a household where there is a convicted felon. The specific question was:

“I have a valid Arizona CCW and want to keep a pistol in the house. My wife was convicted of a felony 15 years ago. Is it legal […]

I have recently received a lot of questions about kids and Airsoft guns. The general gist of most questions is: “My kid wants an Airsoft gun since all his friends have them. Should I allow him to have one?” Most of the kids are under 16 and their parents are genuinely […]