Having doubts, is a CHL even worth it anymore?

[HoserBoi]

Honestly, I'm more than sure it was covered. But there was just so much info. And these doubts came into play long after I had gone home. Otherwise I would have spoken to the instructor about my concerns.

[jmra]

It's a shame your instructor didn't make that perfectly clear during your class.

Many times students are coverd on this and just don't remember it. There is a ton of info thrown at you when going through the class, so it is a very common thing to forget it or miss it entirely.

I understand, but it's been almost 7 years since my initial class and I clearly remember my instructor hammering home two things; where you could carry and when you could/should use your firearm. In fact, each of us had to recite "Subsections (b)(4), (b)(5), (b)(6), and (c) do not apply if the actor was not given effective notice under Section 30.06" to the instructor before he would let us take the test. It was his way of making sure it registered.

[RJGold]

It's a shame your instructor didn't make that perfectly clear during your class.

Many times students are coverd on this and just don't remember it. There is a ton of info thrown at you when going through the class, so it is a very common thing to forget it or miss it entirely.

I understand, but it's been almost 7 years since my initial class and I clearly remember my instructor hammering home two things; where you could carry and when you could/should use your firearm. In fact, each of us had to recite "Subsections (b)(4), (b)(5), (b)(6), and (c) do not apply if the actor was not given effective notice under Section 30.06" to the instructor before he would let us take the test. It was his way of making sure it registered.

I had a similar experience in my CHL class but still spent the next few months referring to the CHL-16 document to make sure I was clear on it. I still refer to it when I am going someplace unusual and want to make sure.

Glad Paw Paw posted what he did. You have to go all the way through that paragraph to shorten the list of places you can't carry.

[jbarn]

It's a shame your instructor didn't make that perfectly clear during your class.

Many times students are coverd on this and just don't remember it. There is a ton of info thrown at you when going through the class, so it is a very common thing to forget it or miss it entirely.

I understand, but it's been almost 7 years since my initial class and I clearly remember my instructor hammering home two things; where you could carry and when you could/should use your firearm. In fact, each of us had to recite "Subsections (b)(4), (b)(5), (b)(6), and (c) do not apply if the actor was not given effective notice under Section 30.06" to the instructor before he would let us take the test. It was his way of making sure it registered.

That's all fine and dandy, but there was a ton of material in the class and while it is admirable that you remember that, it is not reasonable to expect that everyone would, or that every instructor would cover it that intensely.

[Pawpaw]

I'm glad we could help. This is a great bunch of people with a wealth of knowledge. Any questions you have, just ask them here. Your question will get answered from many different angles, just like it did here.

Welcome aboard and don't be a stranger!

[WildBill]

I'm glad we could help. This is a great bunch of people with a wealth of knowledge. Any questions you have, just ask them here. Your question will get answered from many different angles, just like it did here.

Welcome aboard and don't be a stranger!

[jmra]

It's a shame your instructor didn't make that perfectly clear during your class.

Many times students are coverd on this and just don't remember it. There is a ton of info thrown at you when going through the class, so it is a very common thing to forget it or miss it entirely.

I understand, but it's been almost 7 years since my initial class and I clearly remember my instructor hammering home two things; where you could carry and when you could/should use your firearm. In fact, each of us had to recite "Subsections (b)(4), (b)(5), (b)(6), and (c) do not apply if the actor was not given effective notice under Section 30.06" to the instructor before he would let us take the test. It was his way of making sure it registered.

That's all fine and dandy, but there was a ton of material in the class and while it is admirable that you remember that, it is not reasonable to expect that everyone would, or that every instructor would cover it that intensely.

I seldom expect as much from the many as I do from the few.

[surprise_i'm_armed]

HoserBoi:

Please follow through on your decision to carry.

What handgun(s) do you own, what will you carry, and have you considered your preferred carry rig?

All of us here on the board would like to see you carry SOMETHING every moment that you are awake, everywhere it is legal.

We all carry car insurance in force at all times. We never know when a wreck will occur.

It's the same thing with your handgun. Carry all the time. Bad guys don't set an appointment to rob you or carjack you.

SIA

[VMI77]

Many reasons to get your CHL
1 - without your CHL, while it is legal (sometimes!) to have it in your vehicle, should you simply drive past a school, you are in violation of the federal law.
-- With CHL you are exempt from that law
-- Next time you are driving around your city, count how many times you drive within 1000 feet of a school.
--------------You may be surprised at the number. Even if it is low however, do you want to chance it?

2 - you are going to the mall, the bank, or grocery shopping. Yes, your gun is in your car/truck, but you aren't. You are in those places.

3 - Yes, you can carry at home, without a CHL. But do you ever leave your house or your car (as noted above?).

Personally, I think anyone who is legally allowed to get a CHL, should. If for no other that it is expressing your 2nd amendment rights (debate on whether a license is required aside)

#4. Any time you leave your gun in your car it is at risk of being stolen and used by a bad guy.

[Keith B]

It's a shame your instructor didn't make that perfectly clear during your class.

Many times students are coverd on this and just don't remember it. There is a ton of info thrown at you when going through the class, so it is a very common thing to forget it or miss it entirely.

I understand, but it's been almost 7 years since my initial class and I clearly remember my instructor hammering home two things; where you could carry and when you could/should use your firearm. In fact, each of us had to recite "Subsections (b)(4), (b)(5), (b)(6), and (c) do not apply if the actor was not given effective notice under Section 30.06" to the instructor before he would let us take the test. It was his way of making sure it registered.

And you live on this forum where you get reminded freqently.

[baldeagle]

Good day all,

I'm new to this site, love it so far. So this past Saturday I took the CHL course and it left me with more doubts and questions. Going into the class I was pretty sure I wanted a CHL but coming out of it I left wondering if obtaining the license is actually even worth it. It is already legal to carry in the vehicle without a license, it's legal to have a weapon in your home without a license, and where we are allowed to carry with a license is pretty limited as it is, so having a license seems to only make you more liable and identifies you as an armed citizen. So I guess, I'm looking for some pro's I may be overlooking that could tip the pros vs, cons scale for me. Any and all input would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you!

There is a forum member whose signature is "Carry 24/7 or guess right". That pretty much sums it up for me. The first time you need your weapon and don't have it, you'll understand why you should always carry. Hopefully you'll get another chance to make that decision after that experience. Some people don't.

I carry every day. I never go anywhere were I feel my life is in danger. I hope I never have to use it. If I do, I'll be ready, and it may save my life and the lives of others.

[jmra]

It's a shame your instructor didn't make that perfectly clear during your class.

Many times students are coverd on this and just don't remember it. There is a ton of info thrown at you when going through the class, so it is a very common thing to forget it or miss it entirely.

I understand, but it's been almost 7 years since my initial class and I clearly remember my instructor hammering home two things; where you could carry and when you could/should use your firearm. In fact, each of us had to recite "Subsections (b)(4), (b)(5), (b)(6), and (c) do not apply if the actor was not given effective notice under Section 30.06" to the instructor before he would let us take the test. It was his way of making sure it registered.

And you live on this forum where you get reminded freqently.

You sound like Mrs. JMRA. She claims I live on here too.

[WildBill]

It's a shame your instructor didn't make that perfectly clear during your class.

Many times students are coverd on this and just don't remember it. There is a ton of info thrown at you when going through the class, so it is a very common thing to forget it or miss it entirely.

I understand, but it's been almost 7 years since my initial class and I clearly remember my instructor hammering home two things; where you could carry and when you could/should use your firearm. In fact, each of us had to recite "Subsections (b)(4), (b)(5), (b)(6), and (c) do not apply if the actor was not given effective notice under Section 30.06" to the instructor before he would let us take the test. It was his way of making sure it registered.

And you live on this forum where you get reminded freqently.

You sound like Mrs. JMRA. She claims I live on here too.

Just tell her it's better than spending time at a bar.

[nightmare]

Honestly, I'm more than sure it was covered. But there was just so much info. And these doubts came into play long after I had gone home. Otherwise I would have spoken to the instructor about my concerns.

Good thing they cut the required class by half.

[HoserBoi]

HoserBoi:

Please follow through on your decision to carry.

What handgun(s) do you own, what will you carry, and have you considered your preferred carry rig?

All of us here on the board would like to see you carry SOMETHING every moment that you are awake, everywhere it is legal.

We all carry car insurance in force at all times. We never know when a wreck will occur.

It's the same thing with your handgun. Carry all the time. Bad guys don't set an appointment to rob you or carjack you.

SIA

I currently own a Springfield Armory 1911-A1, looking at getting an M&P Shield .40 for carry. Not sure I can pull of carrying the 1911. I've been told by several folks that they do. Perhaps it's just another excuse for me to add to my collection.