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mofuknfamily
12-25-2012, 19:12
Hi guys I was wondering if anyone out there could help me out with a few things to help point me in the right direction? I live in Aurora in Arapahoe county and was looking to do my CCW classes and permit and was wondering if anyone out there knew the best way to get the proper training and certification. Like most people, I am pretty tight on funds and was wanting to get the training and certification at a reasonable rate. I have looked around at some different classes that are offered and am a little confused. Some offer a certificate and some do not. Was wondering if anybody on this site could point me in the right direction or could possibly help me with the training or certification. And is the certificate the same thing as the CCW permit? Thanks and help would be greatly appreciated.
http://www.co.arapahoe.co.us/Departments/SH/Concealed%20Weapons/Concealed%20Weapons%20Information.asp
SideShow Bob
12-25-2012, 21:52
Go to the first sticky of this section and read it concerning training classes.
Then decide what kind of training you really need. If you are highly experienced and have had other firearms training, one of the cheap "Coffee & Donuts" class to satisfy the requirements. But if you are a NOOB to firearms, go for a real class and learn something for your money.
No, the certificate is not the same as the Permit, but is required to apply for a Permit.
One Shot
12-25-2012, 22:10
Go to Sportsmans warehouse this Friday and take the CCW class. They go over submitting your application to the Arapahoe county Sheriff. After you take the class you will need to fill out the application from the Arapahoe county Sheriff but dont sign the application. Bring your ID and training certificate and your application to the Sheriff, they will make you sign it and take your money and picture. Then they will call you in 90 days. The cost is $152, but you need to write two separate checks. The information is on the Arapahoe county Sheriffs website. pretty simple really. But first you need to take a class and get a training certification.
mofuknfamily
12-25-2012, 22:12
Thanks TFOGGER that helps a lot
mofuknfamily
12-25-2012, 22:13
Does anyone else out there know of a reasonable Arapahoe county CCW class with certificate? (reasonable being cheap) the permit is going to eat up a lot of my funds
One Shot
12-25-2012, 22:23
Sportsmans is $75.. not sure of any cheaper but I know there are some out there....
Great-Kazoo
12-25-2012, 22:39
Does anyone else out there know of a reasonable Arapahoe county CCW class with certificate? (reasonable being cheap) the permit is going to eat up a lot of my funds
look here in the training forums. Numerous members are instructors Do some leg work.
Does anyone else out there know of a reasonable Arapahoe county CCW class with certificate? (reasonable being cheap) the permit is going to eat up a lot of my funds
There's a guy who does them for $59 through Groupon. His classes are booked solid so be prepared to wait about 8 weeks from the time you purchase to the time a class has an opening.
There's a guy who does them for $59 through Groupon. His classes are booked solid so be prepared to wait about 8 weeks from the time you purchase to the time a class has an opening.
Just remember, you get what you pay for..
PugnacAutMortem
12-27-2012, 13:03
Does anyone else out there know of a reasonable Arapahoe county CCW class with certificate? (reasonable being cheap) the permit is going to eat up a lot of my funds
My pops and I took the class from Wulf. Decent class for $50 and it was only 4 hours. No range time...but if all you want to do is get your cert that's a viable option.
Delfuego
12-27-2012, 18:06
From RW's Facebook page:
This Saturday DEC 29th I will be teaching an NRA BASIC PISTOL CLASS for those folks wanting to apply for their CCW Permit. Take the class, apply for your CCW Permit and within 90 days + the completion of your background clearance, you will be able to carry a concealed handgun for your protection. rcswainson@comcast.net 303-667-4106.
He is the best guy I have ever met with regards to training. Real training that is, not the BS I received for my CCW.
boomer196
12-31-2012, 13:11
+1 on RW's training class. I took the class for my CCW and it was awesome! 5% class and 95% range time. When you are done you realize you learned everything in the book...only hands on! He also provides all the guns/ammo, so you get to shoot a lot of different types of firearms during the class. Highly recommend. The class is held out east in Bennett on a private range.
Took the class a couple weekends ago and it wasn't a bad deal for $59 if you do not need the live fire training. I shoot every other weekend so for me there was no reason to blow off a couple hundred rounds of ammo in a CCW class. There were however a lot of people I spoke to who had very limited and in some cases absolutely no experience shooting a gun, the thought of a 60 year old woman who's never shot a gun in her life CCWing without live fire training is kind of scary.
The cost is $152, but you need to write two separate checks. The information is on the Arapahoe county Sheriffs website. pretty simple really. But first you need to take a class and get a training certification.
The check to the CBI cannot be a personal check. They only take cashiers checks or money orders. I got cashiers checks for both since I was already there.
I submitted my CCW application to the Arapahoe Sheriff today. I arrived there at 8:50 a. m. because it is suppose to open at 9:00 a.m. and I found out I wasn’t first. The Security Guard asks if you have the needed items from a check list for the application process. You clear security with him and walk about 25 feet to the reception desk. Two ladies are sitting there and after you tell them you are there for the CCW they hand you a folder with another piece of paperwork inside and the folder has a big letter on it. Mine was a “J” which meant I was number ten. An older gentleman checks in with you. He has you put the two checks, your completed but not signed application, your utility bill in the folder. He then has you fill out your name on the new form and then you also slide your Colo. Driver’s Licenses under a paper clip in the folder and then you wait. I never saw the first 6 applicants so I waited. It takes about 15 minutes for each person in front of you. The older guy said if there were 20 in front of you it would take up to five hours. After about 35 minutes I was called in. They took my folder, asked a couple clarifying questions, snapped a picture and collected my prints and a couple of signatures later I was done in about 10 minutes. I then picked up my DL and was handed a receipt. On the way out it I saw it was about 9:50 and there were at least 15 folks in line with a folder now waiting. Now I get to wait the normal 90 days. To collect the permit, you just have to visit with the reception ladies and they have your permit. Show them your Colorado DL and the receipt and you are out of there in quick few minutes.
PS: I took postal money orders for the checks. One for $52.50 for the CBI and the other one for $100 made out to the ACSO (sheriff). Good Luck.
PugnacAutMortem
01-30-2013, 12:28
I submitted my CCW application to the Arapahoe Sheriff today. I arrived there at 8:50 a. m. because it is suppose to open at 9:00 a.m. and I found out I wasn’t first. The Security Guard asks if you have the needed items from a check list for the application process. You clear security with him and walk about 25 feet to the reception desk. Two ladies are sitting there and after you tell them you are there for the CCW they hand you a folder with another piece of paperwork inside and the folder has a big letter on it. Mine was a “J” which meant I was number ten. An older gentleman checks in with you. He has you put the two checks, your completed but not signed application, your utility bill in the folder. He then has you fill out your name on the new form and then you also slide your Colo. Driver’s Licenses under a paper clip in the folder and then you wait. I never saw the first 6 applicants so I waited. It takes about 15 minutes for each person in front of you. The older guy said if there were 20 in front of you it would take up to five hours. After about 35 minutes I was called in. They took my folder, asked a couple clarifying questions, snapped a picture and collected my prints and a couple of signatures later I was done in about 10 minutes. I then picked up my DL and was handed a receipt. On the way out it I saw it was about 9:50 and there were at least 15 folks in line with a folder now waiting. Now I get to wait the normal 90 days. To collect the permit, you just have to visit with the reception ladies and they have your permit. Show them your Colorado DL and the receipt and you are out of there in quick few minutes.
PS: I took postal money orders for the checks. One for $52.50 for the CBI and the other one for $100 made out to the ACSO (sheriff). Good Luck.
That's some bull puckey...I was #10 also and I didn't even get called in to get my prints until after 11:00.
What letter were you friend? The letter "J" is the tenth letter of the english language. You will have to use all your fingers and the two thumbs to get that number. If you have any furher comments, I suggest you find your manners and chose your comments carefully. I am a former LEO local JCSD and Federal FFDO and have no reason to imbellish the facts. By the way I was wearing the blue hoodie and blue ball cap and walked out of there at the time stated. Have a problem?
Wow! Quite a statement, you okay?
PugnacAutMortem
02-01-2013, 09:27
What letter were you friend? The letter "J" is the tenth letter of the english language. You will have to use all your fingers and the two thumbs to get that number. If you have any furher comments, I suggest you find your manners and chose your comments carefully. I am a former LEO local JCSD and Federal FFDO and have no reason to imbellish the facts. By the way I was wearing the blue hoodie and blue ball cap and walked out of there at the time stated. Have a problem?
Holy hell, what crawled up your ass and died? I'm not quite sure how you thought my comment was about you, nor how what you were wearing or your former employment is relevant in any way. My comment was merely about how it took them way longer to get to J when I went down than when you went down.
I am filling out the paperwork to take into the county. Do they keep the original signed training certificate or give it back? Looking to see if I need to make a copy. Appreciate that and any insight not obvious for this process. Appreciate the posts of those who have done this already. It helps a lot!
I brought my original and a photo copy for them to keep. The lady and guy that take your app are very nice and helpful. I'm sure that they would make a photo copy for you if you forget to bring them one.
Thanks for the response. Copy made
One more question. My daughter is 22 and just completed the CCW class with Leif and Justin ( Great guys). I don't have a utility bill with her name on it, does that mean I write a letter that she lives there and get it Notorized? Or can I use her CSU College transcripts with our address
Great-Kazoo
02-02-2013, 22:09
AC makes it as difficult as possible to obtain a CCW it seems. In weld you go in, they send you across the way for f/printing, come back to teh SO office they make a copy of your DL, you pay them, 20-90 days later you receive a call and pick up your permit.
It's even easier for NFA sign off. OOPS i forgot AC doesn't sign off on NFA items, my bad.
Great-Kazoo
02-02-2013, 22:10
One more question. My daughter is 22 and just completed the CCW class with Leif and Justin ( Great guys). I don't have a utility bill with her name on it, does that mean I write a letter that she lives there and get it Notorized? Or can I use her CSU College transcripts with our address
Whats her DL addy say?
Her drivers Lic has our address, but the requirements for Residance are the Drivers Lis and another document. You would think Bank statements or other might work but its limited. He name wont be on the Utilities bill, she doesn't lease so I see the only way for me to write a letter that she lives here and have it notorized. Anyone had to do that. Wondering what the MUSTS for that letter are
The applicant must submit proof of residency by providing a Colorado Driver’s License, Colorado ID Card or Military ID Card and Duty Orders
AND a copy of one of the following:
A lease or rental agreement
A utility bill listing the address and the applicant’s name such as electric, gas, water or land-line telephone (cell phone, internet, or cable bill will not be accepted as proof of residency).
A notarized statement from the property owner verifying the applicant’s residency at the property listed on the application. (That is, if the applicant resides at the address listed on the application, but the property is owned by another party, i.e., spouse, parent or friend, a notarized statement will serve as proof of residency).
Great-Kazoo
02-03-2013, 08:59
Her drivers Lic has our address, but the requirements for Residance are the Drivers Lis and another document. You would think Bank statements or other might work but its limited. He name wont be on the Utilities bill, she doesn't lease so I see the only way for me to write a letter that she lives here and have it notorized. Anyone had to do that. Wondering what the MUSTS for that letter are
The applicant must submit proof of residency by providing a Colorado Driver’s License, Colorado ID Card or Military ID Card and Duty Orders
AND a copy of one of the following:
A lease or rental agreement
A utility bill listing the address and the applicant’s name such as electric, gas, water or land-line telephone (cell phone, internet, or cable bill will not be accepted as proof of residency).
A notarized statement from the property owner verifying the applicant’s residency at the property listed on the application. (That is, if the applicant resides at the address listed on the application, but the property is owned by another party, i.e., spouse, parent or friend, a notarized statement will serve as proof of residency).
Library Card it wouldn't be the first time i have been asked for one as a secondary ID??? Lot of hoops to jump through.
Way back, when it was county issued only. Weld required 3 references AND a physicians note!
I can predict the future. Once they have a notarized statement for rent, the county will come after you for improperly zoned 2 family housing. [facepalm]
Good luck with the paperwork.
One more question. My daughter is 22 and just completed the CCW class with Leif and Justin ( Great guys). I don't have a utility bill with her name on it, does that mean I write a letter that she lives there and get it Notorized? Or can I use her CSU College transcripts with our address
If you own the house draft a lease/rental agreement and have her sign it. You can get sample leases on the Internet for free.
I had wondered how this would have worked for my wife and I, but fortunately my name is on the water bill and hers is on the power bill. Would have been a real pain if both had been in one or the other's name.
akumadiavolo
02-06-2013, 22:54
If you own the house draft a lease/rental agreement and have her sign it. You can get sample leases on the Internet for free.
I don't see how that's easier than a quick "she lives here" note.
Yes just a quick note saying she lives at this address and is your daughter and notarized, it will be fine. None of the utilities will be in her name because she lives at home with her parents. The sheriff will understand this.
spongejosh
02-07-2013, 01:42
ACSO has a premade affidavit on their site for you Romer.
http://www.co.arapahoe.co.us/Departments/SH/Concealed%20Weapons/ACSO%20-%20POR%20-Affidavit%2031512%20_6_.pdf
ACSO has a premade affidavit on their site for you Romer.
http://www.co.arapahoe.co.us/Departments/SH/Concealed%20Weapons/ACSO%20-%20POR%20-Affidavit%2031512%20_6_.pdf
Thanks for that!
My wife and I went down there this morning. Got there about 8:30 and we were done by 9:30. Took about 15 minutes per person. They said they opened the doors at 7AM and started taking care of people earlier than the 9AM start time. at 8:30 they were calling the letter I.
Easy process and the people were nice. They did not ask us any questions about why we wanted it, which surprised us
They did say Wednesday is the best day to go
Do I have to physically show up to change my address or can I get it notarized and mail it in?
Notary is not required for a change of address.
Glad to hear it went well for you Romer
PugnacAutMortem
03-14-2013, 10:09
Just got my call that my permit was available. 84 days wait time. I probably went at the absolute worst time to apply in the past couple of years though. Hopefully they aren't taking the full 90 days anymore.
I went in on January 16 and applied for mine. Still waiting.....
akumadiavolo
03-18-2013, 16:13
I applied with my Wife and Father on December 27th. They got their calls on Friday and I got mine today. 79 and 82 day waits.
Been 70 days today and no word. Hopefully soon though.
Stay patient! You realistically only have 20 more days of waiting ahead of you.
Teufelhund
04-02-2013, 15:33
Been 70 days today and no word. Hopefully soon though.
Took 81 days to get mine from Arapahoe. I understand they are swamped with applications right now.
I got my call today, 78 days
85 days, wife and I picked them up yesterday.
I received my call today at 85 days. Picking the permit up tomorrow.
I am also in Arapahoe and hope someone can help me. They want proof of residency but the problem is I don't have any utilities in my name. I pay for them and the mortgage but have nothing they say is required on the website. Does anyone know if there is anything I can bring to satisfy the requirements?
spongejosh
05-01-2013, 00:44
If it's not too far out of your way, you can stop in and ask the lady behind the counter. You could call but I don't know who you would be talking to. I stopped in around 7am one morning with some questions and they happily answered them all for me.
Thank you for the suggestions. I emailed them and got a response in a couple hours, very impressed. A recent mortgage statement also works for proof of residency.
Thought I should update with my experience as I went in today (wednesday) at about noon...
Talked to four seperate ladies, all very nice and helpful. Was expecting to wait two hours and what do you know? There wasn't a single person waiting, I was the only one there! Got called after 15 seconds of sitting and the whole process only took a few minutes. I was letter V. Overall I am very happy with this whole experience and enjoyed my interaction with everyone.
Thank you for the suggestions. I emailed them and got a response in a couple hours, very impressed. A recent mortgage statement also works for proof of residency.
Thought I should update with my experience as I went in today (wednesday) at about noon...
Talked to four seperate ladies, all very nice and helpful. Was expecting to wait two hours and what do you know? There wasn't a single person waiting, I was the only one there! Got called after 15 seconds of sitting and the whole process only took a few minutes. I was letter V. Overall I am very happy with this whole experience and enjoyed my interaction with everyone.
Glad to hear it went well for you. LEO are just like everyone else, you be nice to them and they will be nice to you.
85 days, my wife and I just got the call.
Ya, I just renewed a few weeks ago. As I was leaving the lady said "See you in 90 days" I asked "Why" and she said she miss-read my form and I was good. I don't remember having to wait when I first got my CCW but now it looks like you have to. It took an hour and a half in waiting so your milage may vary. There were several people in there. A guy kept coming out and making sure all the paperwork was in order before you went in back. Renewals look like they tend to go quick and it is pretty easy. New CCW's get to have their fingerprints taken which will take more time. All-in-All they have it down to a good process. Just allot enough time in case you get the line o' people and yo should be good.
85 days, my wife and I just got the call.
Congrats [Awesom]
Finally got the call today to pick up my permit. Filed on March 28th. Took 88 days. Felt like forever.
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My wife and I got ours in 52 days. Surprising to say the least. Nice people in there!
SideShow Bob
08-20-2013, 20:03
My wife and I got ours in 52 days. Surprising to say the least. Nice people in there!
Too bad that the Sheriff is such a dick, and won't sign off on NFA items......
I know I know, Off topic.
stoner01
11-12-2013, 11:17
Sitting in the lobby now. 11.12.13. Hopefully it's a sign of a quick process.
Sitting in the lobby now. 11.12.13. Hopefully it's a sign of a quick process.
My wife was expecting crazy work day (labor nurse) but got called off.
stoner01
01-02-2014, 16:57
Just got the call mine is ready.
Just got the call mine is ready.
Woohoo!
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