What can I expect?

[Ziggidy]

I am very new to Indiana and will be applying for my carry license probably this week, or at least start the process. Never had one where I used to live.

What can I expect at each step?

Do's and Don't recommendations?

4 years versus lifetime?

Any helpful info appreciated.

Thanks in advance!

 

[GodFearinGunTotin]

Unless you know you're not going to be living in Indiana for less than 4 years, get the lifetime--especially if you plan on staying here.

Follow the steps at the ISP web page. They walk you right through the process. It's easy. My son did it last year and the only quasi-hassle was making an appointment to get your finger prints electronically done. But even that wasn't a show stopper.

https://www.in.gov/isp/2829.htm

 

[Libertarian01]

When I got my lifetime I didn't need to set up an appointment with FWPD. I just arrived with whatever I needed, told the folks what I was there for, and soon a fingerprint tech came out to get 'er done.

The hoops we jump through are minimal and as a "shall issue" state, very easy.

Welcome to Indiana.

Oh yeah, and INGO too.

Doug

 

[Ziggidy]

Thanks for the feedback.

Filled application for lifetime, scheduled prints for tomorrow, then I will go and visit the police. I live in Indy so I am correct in being able to just go to the closest police station?

I have a clean record - nothing in my past; so hopefully it will be fairly quick turn around.

 

[rkwhyte2]

I don't live in Marion county so someone with more knowledge will jump in here and correct me if I'm wrong but I believe you will need to go to the City County building downtown.

 

[Ziggidy]

Thanks. I scheduled the prints to be done in Brownsburg, I can visit family when I'm over there. I then got to thinking about the local agency (PD). Thanks again.

 

[Ziggidy]

I don't live in Marion county so someone with more knowledge will jump in here and correct me if I'm wrong but I believe you will need to go to the City County building downtown.

You are correct. The young lady that took my fingerprints said the same thing. Wednesday I will complete the process.

Thanks -

 

[Ziggidy]

So, everything is done, how long on average does it take Indianapolis to check me out?

I have no record and live a boring life.


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[Joniki]

So, everything is done, how long on average does it take Indianapolis to check me out?

I have no record and live a boring life.


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Check this thread regarding turn around times: https://www.indianagunowners.com/forums/carry-issues-self-defense/6875-current-ltch-wait.html

Welcome to INGO.

 

[Ziggidy]

Thank you!


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[cbickel]

You can also check the status of your application here.
https://firearms.ariesportal.com/

 

[BigRed]

I thought I heard they were getting rid of the lifetime permit.

 

[GodFearinGunTotin]

I thought I heard they were getting rid of the lifetime permit.

That's what the guy at the gun store said.

 

[Ziggidy]

I just got notification that the locals submitted everything to the state. I started 5/21, let's see how long now.

As far as "lifetime"? They accepted my app for lifetime and took my money for lifetime so I would think, I will get a lifetime.

 

[Joniki]

I just got notification that the locals submitted everything to the state. I started 5/21, let's see how long now.

As far as "lifetime"? They accepted my app for lifetime and took my money for lifetime so I would think, I will get a lifetime.

One or two of the fellows on here like to tug at a lower limb every now and then.

 

[Ziggidy]

Well, surprise surprise!

Filled out application Monday 5/21
Completed fingerprints Tuesday 5/22
Visited Locals on Wed 5/23
Locals turned it over to State 5/24
State Approved 5/25 (per website) - and posts the license number and date issued!

I would think I'd get it in the mail fairly soon.

I'm impressed!

 

[courier6]

Well, surprise surprise!

Filled out application Monday 5/21
Completed fingerprints Tuesday 5/22
Visited Locals on Wed 5/23
Locals turned it over to State 5/24
State Approved 5/25 (per website) - and posts the license number and date issued!

I would think I'd get it in the mail fairly soon.

I'm impressed!

That's way faster than I got mine a 3 years ago. Welcome to Indiana, enjoy your stay. What state are you coming from?

 

[Ziggidy]

That's way faster than I got mine a 3 years ago. Welcome to Indiana, enjoy your stay. What state are you coming from?

Illinois.... the commie neighbor


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[openwell]

Any thoughts on person age: lets say- eligible for social security just getting the 4 year license instead of lifetime and hope the legislature passes constitutional carry and eliminates the fees?

Cost for 4 year license is about $52 near as I can calculate. Lifetime is about $140 again as near as I calculate. Actuarial tables say I can renew 4 year license 2 times and break-even? (total 12 years)

Plus, not sure but if I move say to Florida temporary or permanent Indiana LTCH lifetime no longer valid?

Sorry, did not want start a new thread since I had related questions to the guy from Illinois.

Thanks,

 

[Ziggidy]

I think each person has to decide what is best for them. I recently retired to Indiana and, at least for now, do not see me leaving any time soon - if ever. I chose the Lifetime for 3 reasons: 1) I had the money and being retired now, not sure if I will have it in 4 years (who knows), 2) I don't plan on moving and 3) Laws change -

BTW - I originally applied 5/21 - I will have it today (6/1). It took me 10 days, which includes Memorial Day!