Delaware Concealed Carry Forum
CCW Methods & Issues => New CCW Permit Holders => Topic started by: will h on March 21, 2012, 12:30:16 AM
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Would it be worth it to call and inquire about the status of my app? I sent it off in the beginning of the month I know it takes some time. Just curious where it is in the process.
Thanks!
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After 3 mo. I called. No one answered so I left a msg. 3 weeks and still waiting for a return call.
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It only took me about 8 weekd to get mine. I applied in Dec. The increase in applications has probably slowed it down. Last week there were 15 ads for applications in the Dover Post. I think that must be a new high. Usually there are only 2-3 a week in the DP and only 1-2 a week int he DSN for Kent County. Remember though, you must not carry concealed until you have a valid permit in your hands. You get cought with a weapon (gun, knife, etc.) before you get the permit, you will probably never get a permit.
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My app was in 12/7/2011 NCC.
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Oh, NCC you say? Well up there your lucky to get one at all, let alone fast. That's the Liberal Progressive end of the state. They would just as soon you didn't have guns at all. Good luck Craigwill201, and hang in there.
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They told me all apps go to NCC no matter which county you apply in.
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Muleman88,
My application was filed in Kent County, Went to The Kent County Superior Court, The Kent County office of the Attorney General, and was signed by Judge Whitam of the Kent County Superior Court. No finger prints from NCC. I think you are mistaken.
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I dropped my ccdw permit off 2-14-12 i think it's gonna be a long wait.I was told it could take up to 3 to 6 mo.
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Muleman88,
My application was filed in Kent County, Went to The Kent County Superior Court, The Kent County office of the Attorney General, and was signed by Judge Whitam of the Kent County Superior Court. No finger prints from NCC. I think you are mistaken.
Maybe they changed things since I applied about a year and a half ago. NCC was the only county that had the man power to do the checks needed. The investigator told me thats what takes so long with the apps. There was only 2 investigators that did the backround checks in the state ( both in NCC) and they only did that part time when other work was slow. Maybe the state found some money to have more manpower??
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Could be Muleman88. I just know it took me only about 8 weeks from beginning to end, to get my CCDW in Kent Cty. I am told that at the beginning of the year, that permit renewals take priority over new apps. That my cause a slow down at that time of the year. Also if Superior Court Judges are on Vacation or out of session has an effect. I can't speak for NCC or Sussex. But I know the Attorney Generals Office is located on South Street, Dover, in the old Masonic bldg., and open year round.
I know from experience that even though mine only took 8 weeks, it still seemed like an eternity while I was waiting and wondering.
I have lived in Delaware for 48 years and hardly had as much as a speeding ticket, am a land owner, and all of my references, and I turned in 6, just to be sure, I have know for 20 years or more. I turned in an extra one because my neighbor goes to Florida in the winter and I thought if they called him and didn't get him they might kick my app. My referencs were all land owners, one a retire LEO, one a fire chief, one a retired teacher, two were business owners and a farm owner. How could you go wrong with that?
New applicants might want to consider who the get for references and have a good reason to apply. Good Luck to all.
"A Armed County Is A Free Country"
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Except on rare occasion, in NCC, it always, always, always takes a long time.
Understaffed, overworked, and underpaid is always a bad combination. Also, the May 31st expiration date doesn't really help.
I guess that the truth is low demand. If more people were applying, the State would probably see a need for bumping up the staff, or updating the process.
If it's been several months, it may be worth a call. If it's been a few weeks (like in the OP's case), it only adds to the delay.
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Correct me if I am wrong but I believe they give you a three months estimate, so I would wait the three months before calling.
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Would it be worth it to call and inquire about the status of my app? I sent it off in the beginning of the month I know it takes some time. Just curious where it is in the process.
Thanks!
I don't think so just wait your call won't make them move any faster. It will come when it comes.
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I dropped mine off 3/9/12 and was told that it would be approx. 4 - 6 wks (which I was surprised) and she said that was because they had A LOT of applications. My check cleared on the 20th. Not sure if that's a sign it's coming soon or not (hope so). This was at Georgetown's office.
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Kimmie,
Wow! Eleven days just to get the check cleared. They probably didn't start any processing until it cleared. That's why I paid cash and recommend it to all.
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Kimmie,
Wow! Eleven days just to get the check cleared. They probably didn't start any processing until it cleared. That's why I paid cash and recommend it to all.
I should have used cash but didn't think about that until after I saw the forum suggestions. I'm hoping that maybe (that's a big MAYBE) that the clearing of my check means it will come thru soon! ;D
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I called Kent county today for a status update on my permit submitted on 02/03 and was told it's with the judge and I should have it next week. The clerk was very helpful and eager to help. ;D ;D
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I put mine in 11/29/2011 in NCC and I just got mine yesterday.(04/18/2012)
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Calling about the status will do nothing but make the person who answers the phone stop processing someone elses application to tell you that they have no idea where your application is, but that if there's a problem they'll contact you :)
New Castle County is inundated with applications right now and have a deadline to get renewals out first... Also, your check clearing means nothing. Of course, if it didn't clear, they'll let you know. But your check clearing doesn't mean anything other than someone has picked up your packet from the front desk where you turned it in and has gotten your payment.
Sorry, not being a pessimist, but this is the situation every year about this time and everyone asks the same question. :)
Be patient!! It will come.
Moosie
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No doubt there are a lot of applications in NCC. But, there are a lot of anti-gun people and politicians in NCC, including the very people that "have " to process the applications. We've all heard stories about the negative comments made by people in the Criminal Investigation and Finger Print Div. about people applying for the purpose of Concealed Carry Permits. Same at Prothonataries and Court system. In my opinion the law is what it is and their job is to shut up and do their job that is taxpayer/voter paid. If they have an objection to processing gun permits, they can quit their cushy State Job, and get a job at McDonalds. I hear they are hiring.
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6 1/2 wks for mine from when I turned it in. So 11 days for them to cash my check, to 6 1/2 wks turn around all together, that's fine by me!
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My experience was rather pleasant. I took my package to the Prothonatary’s (sp) Office at the new Dover Court House and a friendly professional lady walked through my package with me and confirmed it was complete. She gave me a receipt for the fee and told me that the applications were backlogged so wait at least 2 months. Then she provided her phone number and told me to call with questions or concerns. My CCDW license arrived in six weeks.
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i think that sometimes the wait time depends on Superior Court Judge case load and vacation schedule. That goes for all counties.
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Received my permit on 4/21, after filing on 1/25 in NCC - I'm feeling pretty lucky. I hand delivered the materials to the Prothonotary office. A follow-up call in March was never answered and I never received any notice - the license simply appeared in my mailbox.
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I called a few mins ago the lady said "they do them in stacks and yours must still be with the investigators because I dont have your application"
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I called again yesterday she said that my app has made it through the investigators and just needs the judges signature.
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I got it today ;D Sent away for it on 6 march.
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Recently, one of the State Police staff that does background checks for Delaware, joined my gun club. We asked him if he knew why the process is so long.
He stated that for their part of the process, there are only 3 people for the entire state of Delaware to do background checks. This also includes background checks for employment purposes, security jobs, teachers etc. So it's not just for CC permits. It all goes to those 3 people.
It's obvious that the difference in length of the wait times is not due to these guys.