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Applying for a NH CCW permit

PT111

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I have a SC CWP and am considering getting a NH permit so that I am covered in Georgia. Looking at the application you need to put three references. I don't have a problem with that but am wondering if they actually contact who you put down as a reference? If they do contact them how can they get the responses back and the permit issued in two weeks, if not why require them?
 

mvpel

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Just like most gun regulation measures, somebody somewhere thought it was a good idea at the time. Perhaps the State Police, who issue non-resident licenses, only contact references if something other than "no record" comes up on the background check.
 

yjfunk95

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It is taking NH longer than 2 weeks right now. I sent my application in the first week of July and am still waiting to receive my nonresident permit. I don't know if they actually contact anyone or not. I just put friends down.
 

CA_Libertarian

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yjfunk95 wrote:
It is taking NH longer than 2 weeks right now. I sent my application in the first week of July and am still waiting to receive my nonresident permit. I don't know if they actually contact anyone or not. I just put friends down.
My understanding is that the 2-week turnaround is a statutory requirement. If they take longer than that, you're entitled to a hearing where the delinquent authority has to answer to the court. This may only apply to residents, but I don't think that is the case.

It is possible that they simply slack on non-resident permits because they doubt you'll come to NH to file your complaint and appear at the hearing.

I'm sure someone from NH can confirm this (or correct me).
 

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That's only for resident licenses, in RSA 159:6. Non-resident licenses are governed by the regulations of the Department of Safety and issued by the State Police.
 
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