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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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Tagged Class, Concealed Carry, FOID, handgun, How To, register, Shooting Range
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A Clean Gun Is a Happy Gun
And a functional gun too. Be sure to keep your firearms clean so they perform flawlessly. Whatever the purpose is. Recreation or home defense, you don’t want a dirty gun. How Often Should You Clean Your Gun? We all know … Continue reading
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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6 Reasons Why Only 83 CFP Applications Submitted So Far
Robert Farago at The Truth About Guns points out that CPD has only received 83 applications for Firearms Permits (as of Monday) vs. 100,000+ illegal guns (estimate based on a 2007 study). TTAG also outlines 6 Good Reasons why Chicagoans … 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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Responsible Gun Ownership Ordinance and Related Documentation Download
Responsible Gun Ownership Ordinance (Effective July 12, 2010) City’s New Ordinance Addresses Supreme Court Ruling, Protects 2nd Amendment Rights And Maintains Commitment To Fight Gun Violence Posted On: 07-JUL-2010 09:42 AM Chicago Firearms Permit Application (PDF) Posted On: 12-JUL-2010 03:29 … Continue reading
City of Chicago New Firearms Ordinance Procedures Law
Advisory Message has been issued by the Chicago Police Department – Headquarters. Monday July 12, 2010 3:37 PM CDT City of Chicago Outlines New Firearms Ordinance Procedures The City of Chicago’s new handgun ordinance goes into effect today and the … Continue reading
