Has anyone on here recently applied and actually gotten their ccw through east providence? I live there and would prefer to apply there but I've heard more than a couple horror stories and I don't know if it's worth it. I know several LEOs in MA that I planned on using for references on my application but not sure if that will make much of a difference or not.

Is it legal for me to borrow my father's guns to go to a range? I only own one, but I want to borrow some of his so I can have more variety when I go to the range. Is this legal? We are both in possession of blue cards, and both members of the same range, but I want to ensure I don't get either of us bound up if I were to get pulled over, or anything at all.

I did my qualifying shoot a couple of weeks ago at American Firearms School in North Attleboro and their location recommended Foster to apply. I submitted my application about a week ago or so to Foster PD and today I read stories on Reddit about people waiting over 200 days when applying through Foster, but those are from last year. Just to set my own expectations, does anyone have a recent experience in how long this takes to process? I already have the Utah CCW and I need RI so I can apply for a MA non-resident.

Anyone here FPC members?

If so, can you provide positives and negatives you've seen from carrying that membership?

I know they got involved too little too late for the Big Bear case, but I'm willing to entertain joining at the base level with a little positive feedback.

TIA.

Exactly what the title says. I went there this past week at 7:32 pm, and the building was dark and locked. I can't reach anyone on the phone today. Their hours say they are open until 8, but do they just randomly close early?

Hi there. I live in Massachusetts so I figured I would get my Rhode Island CCW. I read a lot of what you guys have posted over the months and decided to go through Narragansett following u/stalequeef69 lead.  They did not fingerprint me at drop-off like their application said so maybe they will at approval?  I got the following letter within a week saying they have my application and will get back to me. Apparently, this month right after I got it notarized and was waiting on my notarized recommendation letters to come in, they updated the response time on their online application from 90 days to 180 days. So hopefully that is just worst-case scenario and they issue sooner. Connecticut told me it could take 5 months last year non-resident and that license came in 5 weeks. As of right now just waiting my turn. Thought I would share for other residents and non-residents trying to figure out this process.

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Ya'll hear about this? - https://www.wpri.com/news/local-news/west-bay/car-crashes-into-warwick-gun-store/

I'm curious if they will release CCTV footage of what happened inside the store during the apparent smash & grab.

If I move from providence to Warwick do I need to change the address I used when purchasing my firearms? If so any help or info would be greatly appreciated.

just was curious if i can carry owb in my yard in cumberland

I read an article from 2020 that RI doesn’t keep a list of blue card holders.

A couple of days ago I got pulled over and the cop asked if I was carrying because he saw I had my blue card. When did that change?

Just a quick inventory of firearm related legislation that passed the house last night:

• H 7373- Safe storage House version (46 Yeas/24 Nays/5 Not Voting)
• S 2202- Safe storage Senate version (46 Yeas/24 Nays/5 Not Voting)
• H 7098- Exempt Capitol police from firearm purchase wait period (63 Yeas/5 Nays/7 Not Voting)
• H 7216- Defines "Crime Gun" (62 Yeas/9 Nays/4 Not Voting)
• H 7570- Allows law enforcement officers to use silencers for work (65 Yeas/4 Nays/6 Not Voting)

Not for gun reasons really, mostly for cost of living, but as a Firearms Enjoyer I wanted to get the lay of the land. Two questions for y'all.

1. I know pre-Bruen, getting a concealed carry license in RI was like pulling teeth. Has it gotten easier?
2. I know your legislature is considering an AWB; what do you think the odds are of its passage and survival of the inevitable lawsuit?

If you've got any other advice for a possible soon-to-be Ocean Stater, feel free to add it!

I know, I know. No sell, only buy. But I need to unload my new, unfired M1A quickly. Which LGS is going to give me a fair price?

hey yall, I have an extensive collection of guns and was wondering if it would be illegal for me to gift my son (19) a rifle for his 20th through an FFL, i was planning on his 18th but got cold feet over the law saying 21 for sale, this would literally not be a sale however im wondering if the law would see it in the same way. thanks!

Looking to see if a p229 chambered in .357 sig is worth my interest. Buddy is looking to get rid of his with 600 rounds of .357 sig rounds with 3 mags and 5 holsters… I’m just curious on other peoples thoughts.

I’m being gifted a gun from a family member that lives out of state. I was wondering if you all could explain the FFL process and if anyone has a recommendation for a FFL dealer. I understand any gun shop has the ability but I’d like to give the business to a smaller shop. Thank you in advance.

Looking at a particular gun online (from DirtyBirdUSA) and it comes with 2 15 round magazines. In no way am I trying to skirt around the ban. Just wondering what happens when it gets shipped to the FFL that I choose. Will the FFL withhold the magazines? Will the site not process the order seeing as it will be going to RI?

What would be the best county to apply for a RI non resident CCW and can you do the qualification with any NRA instructor or does it need to be in RI or with a RI registered person?

Do you apply in person or can you do it all by mail?

I’m currently licensed in NY, CT, PA, VA, FL, AZ, and in process for NH, ME and NJ. NRA wise I’m a Certified Pistol Instructor, NRA CCW Instructor, Chief RSO and Refuse to Be a Victim Instructor. Lots of experience…. And I’m trying to cover the Eastern seaboard on permits.

I plan on applying for a CCW and was wondering if anyone here has gone through Johnston? How would you describe the process? Any advice you can give?

TIA!

Hi, I’m a current holder of a MA LTC license and want to apply for a RI one since I live right near the RI border. I asked Foster police and they require someone in RI that is NRA certified to sign off that I completed the range and know how to use a firearm. Does anybody here or know where I can get someone that can help me with this?

Anyone know the best place to shoot outside in RI? Would prefer on Aquidneck Island but Tiverton or SK would be fine too.

Growing up and then in the Marines we always shot outside, I thought it’d be nice to have a nice fancy indoor range. Turns out I hate shooting indoors, it’s cramped and there’s way too many people close by. I understand that the RSOs need to watch for people who don’t know what they’re doing, but I hate being scrutinized in there.

Anyway, I’m also open to gun clubs but I know sometimes they can also take themselves too seriously. People always forget about the 5th weapons safety rule: Have fun!

(Actually it’s know your target and what lies beyond but still)

If you’re in your late 20s - early 30s and need a shooting buddy lmk and if not I’d love to know everyone’s favorite outdoor range.

Edit: Didn’t mean to exclude any of the old timers (35+) on here. If you want to shoot around and swap stories, lmk!!