Question about quality of Card

[J.B.]

I just came across your forum. I've had my CCW license for a couple of years now, but my question is regarding the card I was issued. It is absolutely falling apart, and I've just kept it in my wallet. Also, it is very unprofessional looking. It really looks like something I could have made myself. I was actually shocked when it came in the mail. I got my CCW permit for PA, and was so impressed with my experience there. The whole process took about 40 minutes, and around $20.  I walked out of the Lancaster Co. Sheriff's Office with an outstanding card, made there on site, picture and all.  I've contacted the prothonotary, and she was nice enough, but absolutely no help when it came to understanding why such a inferior card is made in the first place.  I take it personally. We spend a mint trying to jump through the hoops to get the license, and then we're issued what looks like a fake ID? It's almost as though the state doesn't take the license seriously. Anyway, just wanted to know if this is a state-wide problem, and if there is anything that can be done to change the process. Thanks for your input!

[Tonym]

Its is pathetic looking. I sure somewhere in this state there has to be at least one person walking around with a fake

[RetCapt1994]

At least they laminate the card. PA has a great card and it really looks official. It is a credit card type with your photo printed on the card. Maybe in the very near future DE will get their act together and produce a better card. I think they do a great job with the drivers license so they could it with the CCW permit card.

[oldgraygeek]

Its it pathetic looking. I sure somewhere in this state there has to be at least one person walking around with a fake

Maybe one, but they're the dumbest person in the state. Any cop in America can verify that permit 24/7. If someone were stopped by the police while armed, and presented a fake (or revoked) permit, they would almost certainly end up arrested.

[Clarence]

Delaware is professional and attractive compared to Virginia

[CorBon]

At least they laminate the card. PA has a great card and it really looks official. It is a credit card type with your photo printed on the card. Maybe in the very near future DE will get their act together and produce a better card. I think they do a great job with the drivers license so they could it with the CCW permit card.

But just a few years ago, the Pennsylvania license looked like a high school hall pass.  Actually, it varied by county, but most took the easy way, with just a piece of paper. So, maybe there is hope for Delaware.

[Tonym]

The class i took said the police can only verify by calling into the prothonotary office and getting them to pull your file.

Would there be a downside to just having it printed on your drivers license?

[Cbmarine]

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Would there be a downside to just having it printed on your drivers license?

Police in states like NJ and MD could use that info as an excuse to tear your car apart during a traffic stop. It also tells any merchant including nosy doctors offices who see your DL that you carry.  Also you would have to go to the DMV to get a new DL.  Too many unintended consequences

[CorBon]

The class i took said the police can only verify by calling into the prothonotary office and getting them to pull your file.

Would there be a downside to just having it printed on your drivers license?

If you consider getting shot on the side of the road by a "fearing for his safety" cop to be a downside --then, yes.

[Tonym]

Yeah that is a good point

[ChrisCar]

The class i took said the police can only verify by calling into the prothonotary office and getting them to pull your file.

Would there be a downside to just having it printed on your drivers license?

According to the AG's website:  "Law enforcement officials from other jurisdictions can verify Delaware CCDW permits by contacting the Delaware State Police Headquarters on a 24/7 basis via NLET.AM directed to DEDSP0000 or by calling 302-739-5901." 

See http://attorneygeneral.delaware.gov/criminal/concealedweapons.shtml

[Tonym]

It did seem odd that such potentially important information could only be accessed during regular business hours. The instructor i had through trinity tactical in middle town made a specific point to inform us a police officer could only verify if a person had a permit by calling the court house.

[Adrenolin]

It did seem odd that such potentially important information could only be accessed during regular business hours. The instructor i had through trinity tactical in middle town made a specific point to inform us a police officer could only verify if a person had a permit by calling the court house.

Ever hear the saying "I read it online so it must be true"? Same can be applied to instructors as well unfortunately. I've seen half a dozen statements by instructors that were not completely correct. I've also corrected a professor during lecture (warning.. just don't do this as it doesn't go over well!). People make mistakes. I do all the time!