New to Indiana, looking to get permit

softail08 · 01-26-2009

I just moved to Indiana from Illinois, and am looking to get my concealed carry permit. I am aware of all of the steps involved, but on the application it says that you need to state if you have ever been convicted of a DUI. About 6 years ago in Illinois I was, paid my fees, completed all of the courses, and should technically be off my records (stupid college mistake that I am obviously still regretting). My question is should I not even bother trying to get a permit with this conviction? I got my Illinois FOID card after my conviction without any problem. I have looked through the laws for concealed carry in Indiana and nothing is specifically called out for previous DUI convictions except having to state them on the application form. Anyone have some inside information or previous experience that can help me out?

NateIU10 · 01-26-2009

If it wasn't a felony, you're fine, and it looks like it wasn't.

Soundslikejosh · 01-26-2009

BTW, Indiana does not offer a Concealed Carry Permit they offer a License to Carry A Handgun. The state does not regulate whether you carry openly or concealed. This is a widely discussed topic and I am sure you will find plenty to read on the issue.

Welcome to INGO.

AFA1CY · 01-27-2009

Welcome to the forum and to the land of the free. Hope crossing the border wasn't too difficult

RogerB · 01-27-2009

G McBride · 01-27-2009

Welcome to the forum. I too had a DUI in the past. I had a LTCH at the time but was not carrying.

It has never affected my LTCH, go ahead and apply. One DUI will not disqualify you.

Dogman · 01-27-2009

Like others have said, the DUI shouldn't be a problem as long as it wasn't a felony just expect a 10-12 week wait before receiving your LTCH. Welcome to Indiana and INGO.

KPierce · 01-28-2009

Welcome aboard and get that lifetime permit

ARGarrison · 01-29-2009

softail08, glad to see you made it over here. I'm the one that directed you over.

01-26-2009	#1 (permalink)
softail08 Plinker Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 1	New to Indiana, looking to get permit I just moved to Indiana from Illinois, and am looking to get my concealed carry permit. I am aware of all of the steps involved, but on the application it says that you need to state if you have ever been convicted of a DUI. About 6 years ago in Illinois I was, paid my fees, completed all of the courses, and should technically be off my records (stupid college mistake that I am obviously still regretting). My question is should I not even bother trying to get a permit with this conviction? I got my Illinois FOID card after my conviction without any problem. I have looked through the laws for concealed carry in Indiana and nothing is specifically called out for previous DUI convictions except having to state them on the application form. Anyone have some inside information or previous experience that can help me out?

01-26-2009	#2 (permalink)
NateIU10 Glocker Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Bloomington Posts: 3,357	If it wasn't a felony, you're fine, and it looks like it wasn't. __________________

01-26-2009	#3 (permalink)
Soundslikejosh Expert Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Bloomington Posts: 1,467	BTW, Indiana does not offer a Concealed Carry Permit they offer a License to Carry A Handgun. The state does not regulate whether you carry openly or concealed. This is a widely discussed topic and I am sure you will find plenty to read on the issue. Welcome to INGO. __________________ As far as the number of guns I have, most are backups for me or handouts to my family in the event of a OMGWTFSHTFBBQ ~ bigcraig His outward persona makes Mr. Rodgers look like 50 Cent, but with a blade in his hand the only thing keeping your head on your shoulders is the fact that he is a good person. ~Bushido Devil Dog

01-27-2009	#5 (permalink)
RogerB Something witty goes here... Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: New Palestine Posts: 2,943	__________________ The views displayed in this post are those only of the person posting and do not necessarily reflect the views of this forum as a whole or its owner and operators. "You never have trouble if you are prepared for it." -- Theodore Roosevelt

01-27-2009	#7 (permalink)
Dogman Master Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 3,058	Like others have said, the DUI shouldn't be a problem as long as it wasn't a felony just expect a 10-12 week wait before receiving your LTCH. Welcome to Indiana and INGO. __________________ Handgun control is using both hands. "Women and cats will do as they please, and men and dogs should relax and get used to the idea." - Robert A. Heinlein

01-27-2009	#4 (permalink)
AFA1CY Expert Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Choakin on da ladybug... Posts: 1,587	Welcome to the forum and to the land of the free. Hope crossing the border wasn't too difficult

01-27-2009	#6 (permalink)
G McBride Defender Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Centerville Posts: 822	Welcome to the forum. I too had a DUI in the past. I had a LTCH at the time but was not carrying. It has never affected my LTCH, go ahead and apply. One DUI will not disqualify you.

01-28-2009	#8 (permalink)
KPierce The Constitution - More than just words Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Clarksville Posts: 473	Welcome aboard and get that lifetime permit __________________ All who wander are not lost. And all who lead are not honest.

01-29-2009	#9 (permalink)
ARGarrison Plinker Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Indiana, of course Posts: 125	softail08, glad to see you made it over here. I'm the one that directed you over.

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