The general public is suffering from gun paranoia. This makes it difficult to own guns legally in Larimer, Boulder and Broomfield County. If you are trying to obtain a Concealed Carry Weapons Permit (CCW), you understand the laws related to obtaining a permit are overly complex and confusing. If you are having a difficult time getting a permit and exercising your right to bear arms, keep reading. Here at the O’Malley Law Office, our criminal defense attorneys firmly believe in your right to own guns. We’ll help you exercise your right.
Why Was I Denied a CCW?
If you have been denied a CCW in Fort Collins, Loveland, or Estes Park, you are probably filled with questions as to why you were denied. Usually, when you are denied a CCW, the Larimer County Sheriff’s Department will issue a statement which lets you know the reason you were denied. There are many reasons a sheriff denies a permit. It could be because you have been accused of alcohol abuse, have a violent past, or because the background check you are required to get came back with an incorrect criminal history.
What To Do if You Were Denied a CCW in Larimer County
There are two different courses you can take if the Larimer County Sheriff has denied your concealed carry permit. It is wise to work with an experienced criminal lawyer regardless of the route you take to obtain your CCW. The lawyers at our office have over 25 years of experience fighting for gun ownership.
1. Application Review
You are able to ask the Sheriff to review your application for a CCW for the second time. This time, you will supply information related to the reason they didn’t issue the permit in the first place. For example, if you were denied a CCW because of past criminal history, you would provide them with documents which prove the record no longer exists, or that you weren’t ever convicted.
2. Full Judicial Review
If you choose this option, the Larimer County Sheriff will have to prove to the court why you shouldn’t be allowed to have a CCW. You need to be prepared to prove your ability to get a CCW – this requires documents to prove your claim to a judge.
Why You Need a Concealed Carry Permit Lawyer
However you go about getting your CCW after being denied, it is wise to work with an experienced CCW lawyer in Larimer County. Our attorneys can help you prove your ability to obtain a CCW in court. Our lawyers are experienced in the courtroom, and we understand courtroom procedures. We know what judges are looking for. We can write a letter to the Sheriff, recommending your character and illustrating why you are eligible for a CCW, helping him make a decision. Working with an experienced criminal defense attorney at our office will give you the best shot at obtaining your CCW and exercising your right to bear arms.
If you or a loved one has been denied a CCW in Larimer County, be smart, exercise your right to remain silent, and contact an experienced criminal defense attorney at the O’Malley Law Office at 970-658-0007, or submit the “Get Help Now” form. Together, we can protect your future.
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Related Links:
- Visit the Larimer County Sheriff Department website for more information regarding concealed carry permits