Short story: While snooping online in early December I found a good deal on a little plinker, just like I used to have when I was a kid. Of course I bought it! I was not disappointed! Shoots GREAT and reliable! Just like I remember it. After California recently I figured why not get my LTC. Wife is in the process of getting hers as well.
Now the story unfolds and really raises some questions about process and procedures.
Just a little about me. I am in the HVAC industry which can land me in some weird situations from time to time.
While purchasing the pistol I discovered a mistake on my DL. So I dug deep into my wallet and checked everything. (background check)
Change of address on DL: $16.00, 2 weeks
Change of address on private pilot license: $2.00, 7 days. (issued by the FAA) And yes, only two dollars! (background check)
TDLR for HVAC expired: $40, 7 days (background check)
Recently had a background check through CJIC, and preferred vendor for local law enforcement. $0.00 (background check)
Currently hold a valid TWIC card for work on ships and ship yards. (background check)
My flustrations are, Why do they take so long and charge soooo much? We do all the work! and pay all the fees! In the last 3 years I have had as many as 5 background checks.
While I understand that applications have increased. This should also increase the # of employees they have in this department. If I can't keep up with demand, I hire more employees. Why can't they?
I'm ALL for keeping guns out of the wrong hands.. PUT down you latte's, quit bull'ing about your kids and get to work. Applicants are paying for you bull!
Time line:
12/07/15: online application and fees paid
12/13/15 CHL class
12/14/15 Fingerprints and submit all paper work online
12/15/15 Received confirmation of receipt of submission.
1/14/16 Requested status. Said they have received all paperwork. Another 30 days.
