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Handgun Ownership by Arizona “Snowbirds”… »

By Doug Little on Jun 10, 2009 in Federal Firearms Laws, Firearms Transfers, International Issues, State Firearms Laws, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Question: I am a Canadian “snowbird”.  I live in Arizona for about 5 months out of the year but I am a Canadian citizen – not an American citizen.  I do not have a green card.  Can I legally purchase a hand gun in Arizona and leave it in my Arizona condo when I return [...]

Moving to Arizona with an Out-of-State CCW Permit… »

By Doug Little on Jun 10, 2009 in Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Question:  If I have a CCW permit for Nevada and move to Arizona, is my NV CCW permit good there?  If not, what do I need to do?
Answer: Arizona recognizes out-of-state concealed carry permits for non-residents visiting Arizona.  Should you decide to move to Arizona and become an Arizona resident, you cannot legally carry [...]

Background Check Standards for CCW Permits and Firearms Purchases »

By Doug Little on Mar 12, 2009 in Uncategorized | 2 Comments

Question: Every time I fill out the “Brady Bill” form I get a little nervous during the call to get approval for purchase of a firearm. I have never been convicted let alone charged with any crime be it felony or misdemeanor with the exception of a speeding ticket. The approval always comes back quickly [...]

Private Purchase of a Firearm After Negative Background Check »

By Doug Little on Mar 7, 2009 in Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Question: I am 65 years old,I filled out a background check application approximately February 15th 2009 for purchase of a new pistol and was refused approval. Although I do have 3 adult criminal violations the last being approximately 30 years ago.  I was found not guilty / acquitted on one charge, charges dropped on another [...]

Concealed Carry in New Mexico with an Arizona CCW Permit… »

By Doug Little on Aug 23, 2008 in Uncategorized | 1 Comment

A questioner writes:  “Is my Arizona CCW Permit valid in New Mexico?”

New Mexico does recognize the Arizona CCW Permit for non-residents visiting their state.  

The biggest thing to remember when carrying on a non-resident permit is that you must abide by the laws of the state you are visiting, not the state where your permit [...]