Looking for some help here Regarding a conceal carry licance with prior record

[Fellow-Citizen]

Hello to all, I am new to this forum. I was hoping to get some information regarding to applying for a conceal carry licence. I am currently 24 years of age and am a law abiding citizen who has had a few blemishes on his permanent record. I would like to know if I have a good chance of receiving a LTCF. Back when I was 16 I was not in the right mindset and tried marijuana the second time I ever used it was my last as I was caught by the police and received a marijuana ACD charge in N.Y.C and plead guilty(because I was) after that I stayed away from all drugs and even alcohol. I then at the age of 23(last year) Was arrested due to a non violent crime which was possession of a knife(legal)which I used for work as a maintenance guy but was dropped to a charge of Disorderly Conduct (in N.Y.C ). It is considered a violation there. Both charges were sealed & expunged. I recently moved to thePittsburgh area more specifically the Monroeville area.I am a Proud owner of a few firearms 5 rifles, 2 shotguns and 3 Handguns . I would now like to not only own a firearm but also carry it as well as of last summer I was robbed by three assailants at gunpoint I am a 6'6" tall 275 pound guy but even I wouldn't stand a chance against a bullet . I have taken Gun safety courses and have a Certificate of good conduct from N.Y. Can I still be eligible to receive a LTCF ?

Much appreciated,
F.C

[gnbrotz]

http://forum.pafoa.org/general-2/383...-firearms.html

Based on what you have posted, I do not believe you meet the legal qualifications to receive a PA LTCF.

[Fellow-Citizen]

Thanks for the reply,Would I by any chance be able to get a LTCF after a certain amount of time? or am I banned forever?

[gnbrotz]

Thanks for the reply,Would I by any chance be able to get a LTCF after a certain amount of time? or am I banned forever?

Assuming you take no action, the disability would be permanent.

The only option I'm aware of would be a pardon, then expungement from your record. The pardon/expungement would need to come from the state in which the conviction occurred. PA can't pardon/expunge for an offense that happened in NY.

ETA - I missed that the OP stated the charges were already expunged. If that is indeed the case, then there should be no issue with owning/possessing OR obtaining a LTCF.

[headcase]

If the record has been expunged, as the OP states, then is he not able to simply answer the related questions on the application, "No", and that is that? I was under the impression that expungement means it never happened, and a pardon means you have been forgiven for something that did actually happen...

If the record has been expunged, I would imagine that he would pass PICS, no?

ETA~ For the record, in N.Y. ACD is Adjurnment in Contemplation of Dismissal... IIRC...

[Curmudgeon]

While we're talking about licensing, having a drug conviction also means you cannot possess or use any firearms in PA. In your OP you mention owning a number of rifles, handguns, etc. I suggest you contact a knowledgeable attorney immediately. My guess is you are already in violation of PA law, it may be a 3rd degree felony to be in possession while prohibited.

I'm researching this from my cell phone, or my research would be better.

[knight0334]

If the record has been expunged, as the OP states, then is he not able to simply answer the related questions on the application, "No", and that is that? I was under the impression that expungement means it never happened, and a pardon means you have been forgiven for something that did actually happen...

If the record has been expunged, I would imagine that he would pass PICS, no?

ETA~ For the record, in N.Y. ACD is Adjurnment in Contemplation of Dismissal... IIRC...

I'm with you, Headcase.

If they are indeed expunged, then they are not disqualifying and aren't a readily accessible part of your history without a courtorder to open them.

[shortthrow50]

i dont see how it would be a problem if the possesion was when he was only 16. would it even show up being since he was under 18. I would just go apply for the license if it was me. Worst case scenario, you get denied. Right?

[Fellow-Citizen]

Assuming you take no action, the disability would be permanent.

The only option I'm aware of would be a pardon, then expungement from your record. The pardon/expungement would need to come from the state in which the conviction occurred. PA can't pardon/expunge for an offense that happened in NY.

The charges were sealed after 6 months of staying clear of any other mishaps and then I had them expunged.

[gnbrotz]

having a drug conviction also means you cannot possess or use any firearms in PA.

I don't agree. My understanding is that ANY drug conviction does make one ineligible for licensing, but it must be an M1 or higher to prohibit possession.