Category Archives: How to Register a Gun in Chicago

Chicago Firearms Class Instruction at Illinois Gun Works

ChicagolandSportBikes.com member “Trinitrogen” shares with us his experience in taking the Chicago Firearms Course at Illinois Gun Works. It was actually quite interesting. The focus of the class is almost exclusively laws that govern firearms in Illinois and Chicago. There … Continue reading

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The Real Cost of Your Right To Bear Arms

What does it really cost to register a handgun (or other firearm) in the city of Chicago? The costs start climbing quickly when you add in the fact that you must travel outside of the city 30+ miles to the … Continue reading

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A firsthand description of obtaining a Chicago Firearms Permit

A firsthand description of obtaining a Chicago Firearms Permit posted on SomethingAwful (please be aware this is generally a “not safe for work” website. One of the most frustrating parts to the application process was locating a “state licensed” firearms … Continue reading

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Warning: Misinformation About CFP Reported via Associated Press

I just confirmed this with the Chicago Police Department Firearms Registration Desk. Only 1 Chicago Firearms Permit is required ($100 every 3 years). Each firearm MUST be registered, and will incur individual fees per each. The Chicago Tribune did not … Continue reading

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How to buy a handgun in Chicago – Step 1

Read more at Looking Backward Julius also has a few more posts on Chicago’s responsible gun ownership ordinance with some great insight.Bookmark on DeliciousDigg this postRecommend on Facebookshare via RedditShare with StumblersTweet about itSubscribe to the comments on this post

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Chicago Firearms Permit CFP and Ordinance

We’ve had some questions about long firearms registration (shotgun, rifle) and the new ordinance. We have been told that the new ordinance applies to ALL registrations. So if you are renewing an existing registration be prepared to get a CFP, … Continue reading

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Daley describes the “Responsible Gun Ownership” ordinance

Mayor Richard M. Daley today outlined details of the ordinance – called the “Responsible Gun Ownership” ordinance – he will introduce into the City Council to replace the City’s handgun registration ordinance that was essentially rendered unenforceable Monday by a … Continue reading

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