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Just got back from Las Vegas. On a spur a the moment, I arranged to go for my Non Res permit while there.
I came across a new member here Kurt Gepke who is a NV CCW permit instructor. I contacted him for info (initially planned to schedule for next trip) and found that he does private classes only, and will come to you at your hotel/resort to conduct the class if you do not have transportation. :hand10:
Very reasonable fee considering he came to me and that included the range fee for the qualification (which he drove me to and from) and offered to start the class really early and take me to the Sheriff's office after (I declined, took enough of his time) to drop off the application.
8 hour class (by law) 1 on 1 and very informative. Explained the various laws, the political reasons behind them, and a good list of "should" and "should not". I.E. Open carry is legal on the strip and in the casinos, but not worth the hassle. I.E. KEEP IT CONCEALED - Read, OWB with cover garment (vest, unbuttoned shirt) be careful of accidental exposures, IWB untucked is technically OC but again, not advisable. Really hazy laws about the airport, in short, disarm before you get out of the car and revert to basic NV laws on vehicle transportation of firearms.
IIRC he is going for his Utah instructor rating in the spring. So go to Vegas, and you can apply for NV, FL, and UT on one class.
Air travel - Having never traveled with a firearm before, I am amazed by the inconsistencies. I did the research, printed out the TSA and airline policies and away I went.
Departing Denver, checked the bag, told to put the "UNLOADED FIREARM" tags (2 - 1 for each) in the gun case, escorted to the TSA inspection point watched my bag get nuked, then the TSA agent had me open the suitcase lock, inspected my range bag (not my gun case) had me re-lock the suitcase, put a TSA inspection sticker on my bag (not supposed to???) and away it went.
Departing Las Vegas, checked my bag, told to put the "UNLOADED FIREARM" tag on top of the gun case not inside, but this time I was told the TSA inspection was behind the counter and did not accompany my bag for inspection (near as I could tell, it did not get one).
Got home, airline did not lose my luggage and nothing stolen. :danceban:
NV Sheriff's have 120 days to issue or decline, and I may get it in as early as 30. 30 minuets from the time I went in to exit to hit 5 different stations in the office (drop off app at 1, process at another, finger print, photo, verification). NOTE if you want to get a printed fingerprint card, you will need a separate money order, or cashiers check for that fee in addition to the CCW permit fee.
NV permits must have the gun you are carrying listed (must qualify), caveat revolvers. Qualify with one, carry any revolver (Kurt loaned me his to qualify with in addition to my regular carry :hand10: ). So this is trippy. You can rent every gun in the shop and qualify with it if you wish in the event that you may get a bug up your rear to maybe carry a Glock or XD rather than your CZ one day. So long as what you carry is the same make, model, and caliber listed on your permit
One option for those that do not want to bring their carry with them (don't want to leave it in the Hotel unattended), rent the same gun (make, model, caliber) you carry at the range and you are good to go.
All in all a very positive experience barring the "being naked" (not carrying) and anxiety of a firearm in checked baggage. Huge props to Kurt for what he offers to those interested in getting a non res permit for NV.
I will update when I get the decision on my permit.
I came across a new member here Kurt Gepke who is a NV CCW permit instructor. I contacted him for info (initially planned to schedule for next trip) and found that he does private classes only, and will come to you at your hotel/resort to conduct the class if you do not have transportation. :hand10:
Very reasonable fee considering he came to me and that included the range fee for the qualification (which he drove me to and from) and offered to start the class really early and take me to the Sheriff's office after (I declined, took enough of his time) to drop off the application.
8 hour class (by law) 1 on 1 and very informative. Explained the various laws, the political reasons behind them, and a good list of "should" and "should not". I.E. Open carry is legal on the strip and in the casinos, but not worth the hassle. I.E. KEEP IT CONCEALED - Read, OWB with cover garment (vest, unbuttoned shirt) be careful of accidental exposures, IWB untucked is technically OC but again, not advisable. Really hazy laws about the airport, in short, disarm before you get out of the car and revert to basic NV laws on vehicle transportation of firearms.
IIRC he is going for his Utah instructor rating in the spring. So go to Vegas, and you can apply for NV, FL, and UT on one class.
Air travel - Having never traveled with a firearm before, I am amazed by the inconsistencies. I did the research, printed out the TSA and airline policies and away I went.
Departing Denver, checked the bag, told to put the "UNLOADED FIREARM" tags (2 - 1 for each) in the gun case, escorted to the TSA inspection point watched my bag get nuked, then the TSA agent had me open the suitcase lock, inspected my range bag (not my gun case) had me re-lock the suitcase, put a TSA inspection sticker on my bag (not supposed to???) and away it went.
Departing Las Vegas, checked my bag, told to put the "UNLOADED FIREARM" tag on top of the gun case not inside, but this time I was told the TSA inspection was behind the counter and did not accompany my bag for inspection (near as I could tell, it did not get one).
Got home, airline did not lose my luggage and nothing stolen. :danceban:
NV Sheriff's have 120 days to issue or decline, and I may get it in as early as 30. 30 minuets from the time I went in to exit to hit 5 different stations in the office (drop off app at 1, process at another, finger print, photo, verification). NOTE if you want to get a printed fingerprint card, you will need a separate money order, or cashiers check for that fee in addition to the CCW permit fee.
NV permits must have the gun you are carrying listed (must qualify), caveat revolvers. Qualify with one, carry any revolver (Kurt loaned me his to qualify with in addition to my regular carry :hand10: ). So this is trippy. You can rent every gun in the shop and qualify with it if you wish in the event that you may get a bug up your rear to maybe carry a Glock or XD rather than your CZ one day. So long as what you carry is the same make, model, and caliber listed on your permit
One option for those that do not want to bring their carry with them (don't want to leave it in the Hotel unattended), rent the same gun (make, model, caliber) you carry at the range and you are good to go.
All in all a very positive experience barring the "being naked" (not carrying) and anxiety of a firearm in checked baggage. Huge props to Kurt for what he offers to those interested in getting a non res permit for NV.
I will update when I get the decision on my permit.