Philly concealed carry permit DISAPPROVED?!

[John3790]

About 5 months ago, I applied to purchase a hunting rifle from Dick's. I got refused and appealed it with the PA state troopers. Few weeks later, i received a denial reversal letter saying i was legally allowed to purchase and transfer a firearm. Then i went to the gun store and purchase my first SW 9mm. Everything went great, Then i applied to get my license to carry concealed permit here in philly, and today i received a disapproved letter. It doesn't say i was disapproved for prior convictions or arrests ( which i have arrests but none were convictions and all were expunged). All is says is that Applicant is an individual whose character and reputation is such that the individual would likely to act in a manner dangerous to public safety. I DONT UNDERSTAND !! Anyone been through this before? I will file an appeal but don't really know what to expect at that court hearing? If anyones been through this, please give me a heads up. Thanks

[bigandy1966]

Look into the Florida LTCF, I think you can also get an out of state from Arizona and Nevada, these states also have reciprocity with Pa.
http://www.attorneygeneral.gov/crime.aspx?id=184

[John3790]

I was considering that also, Do you think its worth it to appeal? or not even waste time.

[God's Country]

I was considering that also, Do you think its worth it to appeal? or not even waste time.

The only way to truly appeal is through the court of common pleas.
Phillies appeal system is a kangaroo court not interested justice.
In all likelihood they will still deny you, and in the meantime likely run out the clock so you cannot legally appeal or reapply for one year. You only have 30 days to appeal through the court system.

My recommendation is to retain a lawyer and file an appeal. In the meantime appeal to Phillies court jesters, and be represented. Also in the meantime apply for a FL or AZ non resident permit. It’s 100% legal so screw Philly.

I know it’s easier and far cheaper to just ignore the problem and apply for non resident permits, but IMO its your job to do your best to fight the outlaws running Philly.

[Daycrawler]

OP if you can just move out of Filthy and into another county. I realize that may be easier said than done! In Montgomery county they have an extra step with getting your LTCF. In some countys it is as easy as a back ground check and getting your pic taken. Then out the door you go.

[Curmudgeon]

1) Move out of Philly, to another county, other than Montgomery.
2) Apply in your new county of residence.
3)?????
4) PROFIT!

[AHenshaw]

1) Move out of Philly, to another county, other than Montgomery.
2) Apply in your new county of residence.
3)?????
4) PROFIT!

I live in Montgomery County and I got my LTCF here and it was so easy. I got it the same day as took my application in to the Sheriff's Dept. The only thing I disapprove of is the local police check card but the Hatboro PD filled it out and gave it back to me within 1 hour of dropping it off.

[Kodiak]

Here in Philly im still waiting for my renewal approval card....and I went down on Feb 3rd.

[whoshisface]

Appeal. Absolutely. You'll probably win. So far I never seen someone not win an appeal of philly I'm sure someone out there has lost but they probably lost because they rolled a liquor store.

[OldSchoolPC]

1) Move out of Philly, to another county, other than Montgomery.
2) Apply in your new county of residence.
3)?????
4) PROFIT!

Impressive use of a Southpark reference.