Why was my Illinois FOID card denied?

Why was my Illinois FOID card denied?

Please Note: Pursuant to 430 ILCS 65/10 (a), you must appeal to the circuit court in your county of residence, not to the ISP, if your FOID card was denied or revoked for any of the following reasons: forcible felony, stalking, aggravated stalking, domestic battery, any violation of the Illinois Controlled Substances …

What happens if you get denied a FOID card?

If your application was denied, or your FOID card was revoked or suspended, you should receive a letter telling you why. The letter should also explain the appeals process. For some situations, you cannot appeal to the Director. You must go directly to filing your petition with the circuit court.

What disqualifies you from getting a FOID card?

You can’t get a FOID card if you have on your record: Any kind of forcible felony conviction within 20 years of the FOID card application, Any conviction within the last 5 years for battery or assault with a firearm, A juvenile adjudication that’s a forcible felony equivalent, or.

Do you need to be a US citizen to get a FOID card?

In order to obtain an FOID card, individuals must be over 21 years old, a U.S. citizen or Green Card holder and pass a drug test.

How do I appeal a FOID denial?

Yes, you may submit an appeal either through the mail or via email.

1. Appeals regarding your FOID Card may be emailed to: [email protected].
2. Appeals regarding your CCL may be emailed to: [email protected].
3. Appeals may also be sent by mail to the following address: Illinois State Police.

How long does a Illinois FOID card appeal take?

The ISP will issue a letter explaining the determination of your FOID Card application. The process for making this determination normally takes about 30 days.

What makes you ineligible to own a gun?

Under federal law, a person is generally prohibited from acquiring or possessing firearms if, among other things, they have been convicted of certain crimes or become subject to certain court orders related to domestic violence or a serious mental condition.

Can you get a FOID card with depression?

Regarding the use of mental health-related information, Illinois requires that an applicant for a FOID card sign a release that waives confidentiality and authorizes disclosure of his or her mental health information for the sole purpose of determining whether the applicant is or was a patient in a mental health …

Can immigrants get a FOID card?

Non-residents who are employed as a law enforcement officer or an armed security officer in Illinois are eligible to obtain a FOID card.

Can non Illinois residents get a FOID card?

Unless specifically exempted by statute, any Illinois resident who acquires or possesses firearms, firearm ammunition, tasers or stun guns within the State must have in their possession a valid FOID card issued in his or her name. Non-residents are not required to have a FOID card.

How do I appeal a FOID denial in Illinois?

How long do I have to appeal FOID card denial?

2) Individuals who wish to request relief from the Department shall provide written notice of this intention to the Firearms Services Bureau, Appeals Unit within 60 days after receipt of the notice that their FOID application is denied or their FOID Card is revoked to begin the appeal process.

What to do if you are denied a FOID card?

There are certain things you can do after you have been denied your FOID card. What steps a person can take and when depend on the basis of denial. If a person was not denied for certain reasons, then that person needs first to seek administrative review of his or her denial.

Can a FOID card be revoked in Illinois?

Please Note: If you possess an MML, are a caregiver pursuant to the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Pilot Program Act, and/or otherwise use cannabis consistent with Illinois law, your FOID card or CCL will not be revoked nor will your application (s) denied.

Can a religious exemption apply for a FOID card?

Yes, Amish or religious exempt applicants will only be able to apply for a FOID card through the alternative call-in application method.

When was the FOID card created in Illinois?

The FOID Card was created in 1968, by the Firearm Owner’s Identification Act (430 ILCS 65), as part of a public safety initiative in the State of Illinois to identify those persons eligible to possess and acquire firearms and firearm ammunition. The FOID card is NOT a “conceal and carry” card.