I am applying for a Non-Resident permit. Just want to ask is this my local law enforcement agency in PA or is this going to a law enforcement agency in North Dakota?* Following successful completion of all testing requirements, the permit applicant must submit the following to his/her local law enforcement agency: the application, two color photos (size 1" X 1¼") and a check for $45 made payable to the ND Office of Attorney General. The applicant’s fingerprints are taken at the local law enforcement agency.
* The local law enforcement agency will review the application, conduct a local background check, determine the applicant's eligibility for the permit, and forward that information and the fingerprints to the BCI.
Sorry if this sounds bizarre! Just wanted to clear this up! Also if I am legal to carry in ND but not in PA (as I am not 21.). Can my local law enforcement prevent me from getting a permit?
Thanks allot,
James
My opinion:
This is NOT your local PA police. They have nothing to do with the process. The instructions are written for ND residents so they are referring to local ND police.
I would suggest Contact the BCI at (701) 328-5500...they will tell you where to send it.
You do know you have to take a ND class IN ND right?
FAQS
Inasmuch as I live in ND, I am curious why anyone would want a non-resident permit from this state. I mean, the ND CWP, while recognized in enough states to be handy, would certainly not be my first choice for a non-resident permit.
Just recently, ND has initiated 2 classes of permits (Class 1 and Class 2), wherein the requirements to get a Class 1 permit are more rigorous. The expectation is that the Class 1 permit will eventually be recognized in more states. Be aware of this.
Personally, I'd look at UTAH for a non-resident permit as it's recognized in FAR more states than ND currently (that's what I hold as a non-resident permit).
Thank you both for your answers. I will be contacting the BOI and I have no problem at doing a class in ND (it's a beautiful state so I look forward to visits anyways.)
I want a permit in ND as I can get it before I am 21 years old and because I enjoy visiting ND.