Just another law abiding citizen in MD trying to acquire my hand gun permit

shrinkwrap said:

That's terrific! The only thing left is to set up a practice regime (as often as you have the time for and can afford). Dry fire/laser training at home, try using a timer at the range (several free downloads, adds a bit of pressure to your practice). Lots of training available (at least, under normal circumstances). Keep at it until you feel confident in your abilities and judgment, especially under stress, and then push a little more. Make sure to practice reloads and malfunction drills. Stay safe!

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JohnnyH said:

A "friend" has been approved and is waiting for the permit to arrive by mail. Here's his timeline and experience, which I hope helps.

A "friend's" application was accepted on 2/4/20. Last Monday, the friend received an email introducing my investigator, and that afternoon, he called to set up a phone interview (not in-person because of COVID). The interview took place Tuesday morning. The friend's business justification is not quite the standard mold, but he prompted the friend for other documents that would help demonstrate that he actual have an ongoing business in MD and making deposits at the bank. (BTW, the copy of 6 deposits must be of in-person, not electronic, deposits.) The additional docs were emailed to the investigator on Wednesday. On Thursday, my friend received an email from him stating that the app was forwarded to Pikesville for final review, with a positive recommendation. Now, this is amazing ... on Friday morning, my friend received an email from MSP that his app was approved, and would receive a mailing within 5-7 business days. My friend was expecting to wait another month, as the investigator did mention the 90 days they have to complete the process. Note: the interview was business like and non-confrontational.

2 other friends applied 2 weeks earlier than the above app, under a church volunteer security team justification. They have been notified that an investigator has been assigned, and their references have been checked, but have not heard from the investigator. Why the difference in timing? It seems that the MSP has been inundated with business justified apps, and they are banging through them as fast as they can. So, I ASSUME thats the difference, but can't be sure.

Jlynne2 having said all that, I would hope that a domestic violence justification would take priority over everything. But, who knows. I have heard of taking 120 days, in the past, but think they are working at staying within the 90 days total. I am praying for your protection and a smooth app process.

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Jlynne2 said:

I try to get all the practice I can. I just bought a mantis. (Hallelujah for taxes) what’s your opinion on the mantis? I heard it’s excellent for training at home and since I have a toddler range time is limited. At this point non existent since no ranges I know of are open.


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Kirkster said:

I got the mantis earlier this year and have been using it pretty regularly. It is a good training aid on trigger control and does a good job of giving you feedback on what you are doing while shooting. That being said it does not help you with getting a proper grip on the firearm. It will help you improve but you do have to have some solid fundamentals to build on.

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Jlynne2 said:

Thank you very much. That means a lot.
I pray I never have to use it as well. But better to be prepared especially with the way things are these days.


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