South Carolina
Concealed Weapon Permit
Training Solutions

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

South Carolina Concealed Weapon Permit Training Solutions

www.sccwpts.com

803.257.7149 or 803.593.4872

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Frequently Asked Questions about SCCWPTS

South Carolina CWP Classes

REGULARLY SERVING AIKEN, EDGEFIELD, SALUDA, LEXINGTON, ORANGEBURG, BARNWELL, BAMBERG, ALLENDALE, McCORMICK & GREENWOOD COUNTIES.

Cities I have served include but not limited to the entire CSRA, North Augusta, Belvedere, Langley, Clearwater, Bath, Aiken, Edgefield, Jackson, Beech Island, Modoc, Wagner, New Ellenton, Clarks Hill, Barnwell, Snelling, Salley, Gloverville, Vaucluse, Graniteville, Perry, Trenton, Johnston, Williston, Windsor and many others
YOUR LOCATION SERVED UPON SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT.

Q- How much does a CWP class cost?

A - The standard fee is $110 per participant.

Q - Is a deposit required?

A - Yes I require a $25 non-refundable deposit per participant. If you must reschedule, your deposit will be applied to the rescheduled class.

Mail a personal check or USPS money order to
Rick Riley
PO Box 1160
Bath SC
29816

Q - What do you provide?

A – Basically everything; except the actual fingerprinting itself. I provide
the handgun and ammunition, targets, training materials, hearing protection, eye protection and holsters. Also provided are the fingerprint cards, all required forms,applications and assistance completing the forms.

Q - Can you split sessions?

A- Yes, I will gladly cover the course over a two-day/evening period or more if required based on the group. There is an additional charge of $10 per person per day for this service.

Q - When are classes held?

A - You have several scheduling options.
1) I hold an open enrollment class limited to 15 participants on the third Saturday of each month.

2) I will come to your home or office to deliver the classroom portion. For me to come to you, I require at least 3 clients to attend. The class will be held on a mutually convenient date.This option is not available on the 2nd & 3rd Saturdays of each month. This option works well for small groups such as friends or families who wish to make an event of the training.

3) Other options are available upon special arrangement. I will provide provide multiple day, multiple or specialty firearms training. Rates and terms vary.

Q - Where are classes held?

A – The classroom portion is usually (subject to change) held at the Horse Creek Masonic Lodge. The the Lodge is located directly behind the
Security Federal Bank, 2812 Augusta Road, Langley, SC 29834
This will appear as Warrenville SC on your GPS.

Q- Where do we shoot?

A- I have access to several private ranges in Aiken County. If you live out of the city limits or in the country, and have a safe place on your property or have access to a nearby safe place, we can shoot there.

WE WILL NOT SHOOT ON AN
OPEN PUBLIC RANGE.

NO EXCEPTIONS!! PERIOD.

Q - How long does the class last?

A- A CWP class usually lasts about 9 hours, from 7AM to 4PM. Classes begin promptly at 7 AM. This may be slightly extended, due to class interaction. A Basic Handgun class usually takes 4 hours for me to deliver quality instruction.

Q - Does the Concealed Weapon Permit course teach me marksmanship?

A – No, but most of my clients who have little or no experience usually qualify without difficulty. I will assist you on the range, on the spot to qualify.

Q - Can you teach me marksmanship?

A - Absolutely! I offer a multitude of courses.

For example;
I offer a 4 hour Basic Handgun course for $75.
The two Handgun classes(C.W.P. + Basic Handgun) can be combined. I provide all necessary materials including guns and ammunition. If CWP and Basic Handgun classes are combined the cost is discounted to $170 total.

Q - How far will you travel to deliver a course?

A - 50 miles round trip. Farther, a mileage fee of 50 cents per mile applies. This is from Bath, SC 29816.

Q - Do I have to qualify with the handgun I intend to carry?

A - No. SLED does not require this under the current licensing system. As stated earlier I will provide the gun, ammunition, holster, eye and hearing protection for the proficiency portion.

Q - What is the total cost of obtaining a CWP?

A - At the minimum - $160*. SLED charges a $50 processing fee. (*disabled veteran and retired law enforcement officers, SLED waives this fee). I charge $110 for the class.

Q - How long does it take to get my permit?

A - SLED is currently processing the permit application in approximately 85 to 90 days.

Q - What if I fail either or both portions of the course?

A - I will re-mediate you on either or both portions of the course once at no additional fee.

Q - What if I have questions or lose my paperwork after the course?

A - I will gladly answer questions or direct you to the appropriate resource anytime. I keep a copy of your paperwork on file. Should you lose your originals I will provide 1 set at no additional fee.

RATES SIMPLIFIED
CWP = $110

CWP + HANDGUN = $170
CWP + FIREARMS = $180
BASIC HANDGUN ONLY $75
BASIC FIREARMS ONLY $85

Other items of interest.

I will always be here to answer your questions or to help you in any capacity I can.

You will receive a monthly contact from me containing matters of interest to C.W.P. holders / gun owners.

I will provide you with electronic copies of the training booklets. They contain informative web sites addresses with additional information concerning firearm laws and firearms safety.

Thank you for your interest, I can be reached at 803.257.7149, or 803.593.4872, or rick@sccwpts.com to answer further questions or schedule a class;

I look forward to working with you;

Rick

RECIPROCITY AND RECOGNITION.
THIS IS NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS LEGAL ADVICE OR REPRESENT THE LAW IN ANY STATE!!!
THIS GUIDE WAS DEVELOPED FOR HOLDERS OF SC RESIDENTIAL CONCEALED WEAPON PERMITS.

GEORGIA & SOUTH CAROLINA DO NOT RECOGNIZE EACH OTHERS PERMITS. HOWEVER, THERE ARE MULTIPLE STATES THAT WILL ISSUE A NON-RESIDENT PERMIT TO SOUTH CAROLINA CONCEALED WEAPON PERMIT HOLDERS, WHICH IN TURN ARE RECOGNIZED BY GEORGIA. THIS WILL ALLOW A SOUTH CAROLINA RESIDENT TO LEGALLY CARRY IN GEORGIA.

THE STATES PERMITS LISTED BELOW ADD GEORGIA ( and others) TO THE STATES IN WHICH YOU MAY LEGALLY CARRY A HANDGUN

Numerous states have passed some form of reciprocity or recognition statute that allows citizens licensed by other states to carry a concealed firearm in that state. Ten states, plus Alaska, Arizona and Vermont (no license required), recognize all concealed carry licenses; others have signed specific agreements with states who meet the criteria they have established by statute. Not all states recognize another state’s licenses. The purpose of this guide is to advise individuals as to the current status of reciprocity or recognition by state. Reciprocity and recognition are literally "moving targets." These laws may change every year, and new reciprocity and recognition agreements are signed, or occasionally, revoked, on a continuing basis. As always, you must verify all information with the proper authorities before traveling and be certain you obey the laws of the state you are visiting.

CAUTION!!

While your permit may be recognized by a state you are visiting, the laws governing carry of a pistol may vary drastically from one state to another.it your responsibility to know and comply with the law.

IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO DETERMINE WHICH NON-RESIDENTAL PERMIT(S) BEST SUIT YOUR NEEDS.

(Source – handgunlaw.us. This information is current as of 07/18/11)

As near as I can determine the following states recognize ALL other states permits.
Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri,
Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah,

As near as I can determine these states will recognize a S.C. permit
Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wyoming

The following is a list of some states issuing non-resident permits I personally consider these states the best value and the least troublesome to obtain. NOTE; states that only recognize residential permits are not listed as additional recognizing or reciprocal states. States already recognized by South Carolina are not listed as additional reciprocal or recognizing states

Presuming you have a South Carolina Concealed Weapon Permit and you obtain the state(s) listed below, it will add reciprocity or recognition by the state(s) shown. You may have to navigate the pages to find the information/forms you need.
I can help – call me.

Arizona adds Alabama, Delaware, Georgia, Iowa, Kentucky, Mississippi,
Nevada, North Dakota, Pennsylvania

http://www.azdps.gov/services/concealed_weapons/

(800) 256-6280 ($60)

New Hampshire adds Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania

http://www.nh.gov/safety/divisions/nhsp/ssb/permitslicensing/

(603) 223-3873 ($100)

Florida adds Alabama, Delaware, Georgia, Mississippi, Nebraska, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Pennsylvania, Washington(state)

http://licgweb.doacs.state.fl.us/weapons/index.html
(800) 256.6280 ($117)

Utah adds Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, Minnesota, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, Utah

http://publicsafety.utah.gov/bci/concealedfirearms.html

(801) 965-4445 ($65 + Instructor fees)

Right Denied: - Illinois, American Samoa, N. Mariana Islands

There are several resources for determining reciprocity and recognition. The web sites listed all are good. The first listed is my most favored.

http://www.handgunlaw.us/
http://www.carryconcealed.net/
http://www.usacarry.com/
http://www.sled.state.sc.us/
http://keepandbeararms.com/
http://www.nraila.org/GunLaws/Default.#
http://www.scfirearms.org/
http://www.usconcealedcarry.com/

WE WILL NOT SHOOT ON AN OPEN PUBLIC RANGE.

WE WILL NOT SHOOT ON AN
OPEN PUBLIC RANGE.