This bill proposes to amend current statutes regarding concealed carry weapon (CCW) permit applications in Arizona. Under the new provisions, the Department of Public Safety (DPS) would be required to charge Arizona residents a fee for CCW applications that is set at 10 percent of the fee charged to non-residents. Specifically, the bill inserts language stating that if the applicant is a resident of Arizona, the fee will be 10 percent of the non-resident fee, which is a significant change from the current law that does not differentiate fees based on residency.

Additionally, the bill maintains the existing requirements for completing the application and submitting necessary documentation, including fingerprints. It also retains the provision that renewal applications must be accompanied by a fee determined by the DPS director, but similarly adjusts this fee to be 10 percent of the non-resident fee for residents. Overall, the bill aims to create a more equitable fee structure for Arizona residents applying for CCW permits while keeping the core application process intact.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 13-3112
Senate Engrossed Version: 13-3112
House Engrossed Version: 13-3112