Arizona CCW Permit

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 […]

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 […]

As a result of the continuing outstanding efforts of the Arizona Citizens Defense League (AZCDL), there have been a number of changes and additions to the laws relating to either obtaining or renewing an AZ CCW Permit.

SB 1070

In Senate Bill 1070, signed by Governor Napolitano on June 10, 2008, the law regarding CCW renewal was […]

Question:
(1)  Before I take the course, please tell what other weapons besides firearms that the CCW Permit covers. 
(2)  Can you also please tell me what of these weapons are or are not legal to carry:

Batons
Compact Batons
Blackjacks
Knives and what limits if any, like (A) having brass knuckles built in, (B) automatic knives, (C) length limits
Brass Knuckles
Stun […]

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 […]

 
Question:
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 […]

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.