Concealed Weapon Permit

Arizona Concealed Weapons Permit

TO QUALIFY for a CCW permit…

You must be:

	A resident of Arizona or a U.S. Citizen
	21 years of age or older
	Not under indictment
	Not convicted of any felony or a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence
	Not suffering from mental illness & not adjudicated mentally incompetent or committed to a mental institution
	Not unlawfully present in U.S.

And you must have:

	Completed a DPS approved firearms safety training program or be an honorably retired federal, state or local peace officer with a minimum of ten years of service
	Completed a DPS application form with fingerprints and have paid the DPS fee (currently $50)

After completion of a CCW permit class…

You will:

	Know the legal justification & responsibility for using deadly physical force
	Know the legal requirements and obligations for carrying a concealed weapon
	Know the limits on where a concealed weapon can be carried
	Know the penalties for domestic violence convictions
	Be aware of the Federal Gun-Free School Zone Law
	Be able to demonstrate knowledge, understanding and application of appropriate statutes in judgmental use of force situations
	Be able to list the four basic rules of safe gun handling
	Be aware of the need to safeguard firearms outside the home
	Complete a written test with a score of at least 70%
	Qualify with a handgun

Firearms
Training
And
Education

The Ben Avery Shooting Facility is host to numerous firearms and education classes taught by some of the finest firearms instructors the State of Arizona has to offer. The Facility has classes for the beginner to the most veteran shooter.

Requires a 16 hour course of instruction, approved by the Department of Public Safety (DPS provided by an approved CCW instructor - see inside for a listing of instructors) which includes:

	Legal issues relating to the use of deadly force
	Firearms Care and Maintenance
	Mental conditioning for the use of deadly force
	Safe handling and storage of firearms
	marksmanship
	judgmental shooting

4044 W. Black Canyon Blvd.
Phoenix, AZ 85086
Phone - 623-582-8313
Fax – 623-582-5317

Website: basfaz.com
E-mail: basfaz@basfaz.com

(Directions: I-17N to Exit 223
(Carefree Hwy. Exit) –Make a left at stop sign – enter facility ½ mile on right)

AZ Defensive Firearms Training (RBI) 602-279-3770 Rick Barkett www.azccw.com	Personal Protection & Family Defense Firearms Training 602-505-5678 Dave Hunt or Basil Coffman Dave.hunt.seminars@cox.net	First Steps Training Program This instructional course addresses firearms safety and basic knowledge of firearms handling and marksmanship. It includes practical as well as classroom exercises for individuals and families who want to know more about their pistol and/or rifle. Ideal for first time shooters. Please contact Ed Schein for further information @ 602-957-2365.
AZ Tactical Arms Concealment Training 480-649-2949 or 602-763-7646 Dean A. Timmons	Pro-Active Firearms & Weapons Training 623-974-4970 Jason Weustenberg www.pfwt’az.com
Firearms Friendly 480-515-1446 Barry Tietler	Security Enforcement Training Academy 623-583-1570 Kenneth Senft www.gunsplusaz.com	Annie Oakley Sure Shots A free womans' shooting program held every Thursday from 7 to 9 pm on the Main Range. Provides a safe, encouraging and comfortable shooting environment for women of all skill levels from novice to expert. Firearms safety instruction, coaching and informative classes are available. Please call 623-582-8313 for more information.
Glendale Community College 623-845-3831 Jerry McGown www.gc.maricopa.edu/justice.com	Tactrain 623-694-4901 George F. Dean www.tactrain.net
GPS William Graves 602-505-6337 www.extremesniper.com Black Eagle Firearms 480-226-8746 Lyle Burton	Ultimate Accessories 480-985-0005 Daniel R. Furbee www.ultimateaccessories.com	Ben Avery 4-H Club A free junior shooting program (juniors 9 to 19 years of age) held every Thursday from 6 to 9 pm at the Smallbore Range. This program promotes firearms safety, responsibility and marksmanship skills in a fun environment. Juniors shoot at their own pace in an NRA certified program. Please call 602-470-8086 (ext. 358) for further information.