joemamasmac
Newbie
Hello All,
I was curious what your thoughts were on the repealing of the 48 hour waiting period for handguns and if it has really done much for those purchasing firearms. There are a few things that I have found curious about the current law since talking to guns shops and applicants.
First off, I was told by numerous gun shops that less than 20% of people actually get an instant response when attempting to purchase a handgun. In fact, I have been told that the processing time varies greatly, with one busy Saturday at a Cabelas store only having 2-3 people actually get an instant response. The rest were put on hold pending further review.
Second, if you purchase a long gun and your check goes through the Feds, you can be put on up to a 5 day hold. However in WI, that rules was repealed with the latest for handgun purchases, and they can make you wait longer than 5 days, with no set limit as to how long you may have to wait.
I am curious what other's experiences have been, I personally think that changing the law has been more for show than actually getting WI citizens handguns in a more timely manner. Thoughts?
Joe
I was curious what your thoughts were on the repealing of the 48 hour waiting period for handguns and if it has really done much for those purchasing firearms. There are a few things that I have found curious about the current law since talking to guns shops and applicants.
First off, I was told by numerous gun shops that less than 20% of people actually get an instant response when attempting to purchase a handgun. In fact, I have been told that the processing time varies greatly, with one busy Saturday at a Cabelas store only having 2-3 people actually get an instant response. The rest were put on hold pending further review.
Second, if you purchase a long gun and your check goes through the Feds, you can be put on up to a 5 day hold. However in WI, that rules was repealed with the latest for handgun purchases, and they can make you wait longer than 5 days, with no set limit as to how long you may have to wait.
I am curious what other's experiences have been, I personally think that changing the law has been more for show than actually getting WI citizens handguns in a more timely manner. Thoughts?
Joe