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Recently heard a rumor that Lancaster Country Sheriff was going to a 30 day waiting period for all CCW applications regardless of whether they were first time applications or renewals. Anyone else hear anything about this? I don't think I have ever waited in almost 30 years of having a CCW. Last time I needed a renewal I did it on lunch break while serving on a jury.
I haven't heard of anything, I've never had a wait, always issued on the spot.
That said, we might be getting a new sheriff soon anyway. Who knows what kind of idiotic policies the new guy will put in place.
Same here. Never had a wait. If true, I'd like to hear the reasoning. I'll do some more digging around.
Technically he has 45 calendar days to issue according to the UFA. If something changes, there really isn't much that can be done as long as they issue within that time frame.
It would be really sad if they started not issuing immediately.
http://www.co.lancaster.pa.us/372/Firearms-Unit
Apparently it is true and due to processing times?
That doesn't say what you think it says, either:Quote:
Originally Posted by Dutch110
That doesn't say they're going to wait 30 days, that says they'll process the application and then you have 30 days to pick it up after you're approved. That could mean they might wait 45 days to send you an approval, or you could get one in a couple of days.Quote:
On Thursday, June 1, 2017, the Lancaster County Sheriff's Office will no longer issue License to Carry Permits on the same day we receive the application. You will be notified when approved and given 30 days to pick-up your License to Carry Permit.
Regardless, it sucks, and I don't believe their reason at all. Every time I've been in, it's taken no more than 20 minutes.
Ok, I read it a bit more closely. They are saying they won't process same day and will notify you when it is ready. At that point you have 30 days to pick it up. No information about how long they expect to take to process. It will be interesting to see how long they take.
In any case it is a step backwards!Quote:
Originally Posted by Dutch110
If the delay is because there are increasing applications, this can be viewed as a good thing. More people with permits mean more people support concealed carry and would resist restrictive changes to the law.Quote:
Originally Posted by gghbi
I stopped into Lancaster 2 weeks ago to renew. First time in the Lancaster Courthouse as I recently moved from Bucks County. There are signs displayed in the Sheriffs office saying that as of June 1, 2017, they will not issue LTCF's on-site. It explains that you will receive a call when it is ready and have 30-days to pick it up. That being said, I went in, filled out the application, waited for 10mins, had my pictures taken and was given the LTCF on-spot. Perhaps they have the signs up so they can speed things up in busy times? I dunno. All-in-all it was a great experience, with one exception. Apparently you are not allowed to carry your cell-phones into the courthouse. There are signs posted, although I managed to not see them on my way in. An older sheriffs deputy had a smartass attitude when he told me I had to take them back out to the car. And even though I disagree fundamentally with the policy, I realize it was me that missed the signs. But his personality was quite a turn-off. Glad he wasn't still at the security checkpoint when I returned.
Tioga County also.. I was told it was because they don't want pictures taken or phone ringing during court..Quote:
Originally Posted by HAZMAT34
Susquehanna the Sheriff's office could be accessed without going past court.. but now there are major renovations going on so I don't know how one will get in there until that is all done.
Lycoming bans cell phones also and they won't check them in with your firearm either.Quote:
Originally Posted by Parrisk
I just got mine the beginning of October ,in and out less than 30 minutes !
When I renewed my permit on Dec. 8th, they were notifying people (And there were signs up) that the system was going to be down starting on Dec. 14th for an upgrade. They didn't specify any further. I wonder what the "upgrade" is? Oh, and it took an hour, but I was in and out with my new permit. It was busy and everyone was very nice and kept it moving.
Just renewed mine in Lycoming Friday. Same as usual, in and out took about 30 minutes. They have moved the weapons lockers since I last visited, but that was about it.
Was in and out of Lancaster (City) in 15 minutes. They say 24 hr wait time just in case, but in practice it's same day.
I usually get Chocolate Chip Waffles in about 10 minutes at IHOP...
What is a CCW?Quote:
Originally Posted by Dutch110