Mailed non resident application

[CapGun]

I sent my applications out yesterday for non resident permit for Connecticut and Massachusetts. Wonder how long and how it goes.

[mrjam2jab]

I can tell you CT took 40 days box to box when i sent it in Oct 2009.

[CarolMc]

I mailed mine on Monday for CT. It states 8 weeks, so we shall see.

[dootman]

Hey Cap Gun,
I really hate to be the bearer of bad news, but unless you are politically connected or are employed by a security firm of some sorts doing business in Massachusetts, there is no way on God's green earth you will receive a permit from Ma. Any money you sent I'm afraid is gone also, as everything is non-refundable. You should be alright with your Connecticut permit. I hold several permits, including one from your great state, Pa. I'm afraid you are going to find, Ma is a world unto itself. I sincerely wish that I would be wrong in this case, but I think you'll find I'm not.

[mrjam2jab]

Hey Cap Gun,
I really hate to be the bearer of bad news, but unless you are politically connected or are employed by a security firm of some sorts doing business in Massachusetts, there is no way on God's green earth you will receive a permit from Ma. Any money you sent I'm afraid is gone also, as everything is non-refundable. You should be alright with your Connecticut permit. I hold several permits, including one from your great state, Pa. I'm afraid you are going to find, Ma is a world unto itself. I sincerely wish that I would be wrong in this case, but I think you'll find I'm not.

Really? The MA website doesnt make it seem that difficult. Granted you have to pick it up in person...but the instructions seem simple enough...???

[dootman]

Really? The MA website doesnt make it seem that difficult. Granted you have to pick it up in person...but the instructions seem simple enough...???

Would a person with a class A non resident concealed carry license issued to him or her by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts please step forward.

[mrjam2jab]

Here's at least one on this board...

Class A Non-resident No Restrictions

:-)

[CapGun]

Hey Cap Gun,
I really hate to be the bearer of bad news, but unless you are politically connected or are employed by a security firm of some sorts doing business in Massachusetts, there is no way on God's green earth you will receive a permit from Ma. Any money you sent I'm afraid is gone also, as everything is non-refundable. You should be alright with your Connecticut permit. I hold several permits, including one from your great state, Pa. I'm afraid you are going to find, Ma is a world unto itself. I sincerely wish that I would be wrong in this case, but I think you'll find I'm not.

I think I should at least ge the interview. They asked for a detailed explaination of why I wanted one. That can open up alot to consider if it is in writing. I hope to tell that in person. All I said was my reason was ..for all lawful purposes, including but not limited to protection. Also for future firearm training. ( I mentioned a place in Mass.)
We'll see but I think I should get the interview!
Again thanks all for your input.

[dootman]

I think I should at least ge the interview. They asked for a detailed explaination of why I wanted one. That can open up alot to consider if it is in writing. I hope to tell that in person. All I said was my reason was ..for all lawful purposes, including but not limited to protection. Also for future firearm training. ( I mentioned a place in Mass.)
We'll see but I think I should get the interview!
Again thanks all for your input.

I wish you the very best of luck, and please keep us posted of the progress. After reading the several posts on this subject, I must admit that I am totally flabbergasted to become aware of even a few people who have managed to obtain a Ma permit. Maybe little by little they are shifting gears. Believe me no one will be any more pleased than I if and when national reciprocity is adopted. Thanks to everyone for the feed back.

[redsoxfan]

Received mine today, 39 days after mailing appllication in