Colorado Concealed Carry Attorney
Having the legal ability to carrying a concealed handgun is beneficial, for both one's safety and the safety of others. Handguns have saved countless lives. Being able to carry a handgun legally carries a large weight of responsibility. Colorado law is very cautious of whom they allow to possess a Concealed Carry Permit, and because of this, there is an application process that ultimately comes to the verdict of either the sheriff or the court.
Because of the confusion that previously materialized out of cities and counties having different concealed carry laws, Colorado has established a state wide constant concerning carrying a concealed handgun. The legislation concerning Concealed Carry is constant on a state wide level since 2003.
In Colorado a Concealed Carry applicant must:
- Be a legal Colorado resident
- Be twenty-one years of age or older
- Demonstrates competence with a handgun
- Pass a background check
- Submit a permit processing fee that is determined by the sheriff (not exceeding 100 dollars)
Considering applying or previously rejected for a Concealed Carry Permit? Contact O'Malley Law Office, P.C., we can help.
Restrictions
- The concealed carry applicant will automatically be turned down if:
- The applicant is a habitual user of alcohol to the point of impairing normal abilities.
- However this is not a limiting factor if the applicant provides a signed statement from an addiction counselor who proves the applicant has been alcohol free for three years.
- The applicant has two or more alcohol related convictions within 10 years preceding the application.
- The applicant currently has a restraining order against him or her
- Ineligible to possess a fire arm, under section 18-12-108, C.R.S., or Federal Law
- Been convicted of perjury
The ultimate decision is up to the sheriff, if he or she believes there is reason to turn down the permit, due to the applicant's previous behavior that may pose a danger to self or others by getting the permit. The sheriff will turn down any applicant that does not meet all the criteria, and has the ability to revoke or suspend any permit issued. If the applicant is turned down, he or she has the option of arguing the case at a judicial review. The sheriff has the burden of proof to show why the applicant would be ineligible for the Colorado Concealed Carry Permit, based upon the evidence at hand.
We have been helping people get their Colorado Concealed Carry Permits in Adams, Arapahoe, Denver, Douglas, Jefferson, and every other Colorado County. If you are considering applying for a Concealed Carry Permit, or have been previously rejected, be smart; contact O'Malley Law Office, P.C., or call at 303-731-0719. Together, we can protect America.
