[BCI Instructor]

For those that carry on a Non-Resident permit, the following info may prevent you from accidentally becoming a felon

There are 7 states which recognize Resident permits only
(CO NH FL WV MI *KS *SC) ---- the PA LTCF gets you the first 5 of 7.

Resident permit only exceptions for PA LTCF holders are as follows:

*Kansas = no agreement in place with PA

*South Carolina = no agreement in place with PA, and none likely due to a new law signed less than 2 months ago in SC, to qualify for reciprocity or regonition you must meet or exceed SC's training requirement.
As PA LTCF has no training prerequesite, a deal is impossible.
SC is really the only "hole" in UTAH coverage from PA south, excepting the People's Republic of Maryland

PS - there is 1 way to obtain the limited (and virtually unknown)
SC Non-Resident Permit:

You must own real property there. I know of folks who for example as a group split the modest cost of a 1/2 acre vacant lot. They showed their proof of property tax payment and successfully applied for the SC Non-Res permit. This is especially common amongst retired military who are fond of returning to the area for visiting former brothers in arms / hunting / camping / recreation / etc ... as I believe SC is highly ranked or # 1 in terms of retired military folks who are residents.

For those interested, you may wish to visit the thread titled:

" SOUTH CAROLINA -
obtaining coverage via SC Non- Res property owners permit "

SC does offer very liberal vehicle carry (ok loaded in glove box, console, etc... with a *latch* / closure mechanism, does not require a lock) if you are just passing through, and you can carry from your vehicle to your lodging (private / rental / leased).

Hope this helps...


(poster is a Full Time UTAH CFP & NRA Instructor covering 6+ states incl. PA;
UTAH CFP Course $75 @ or less at your site - including fingerprinting services)