Northern Illinois Carry, LLC

Have you ever wondered how you can travel safely and legally with your firearms? Before you hit the road or take to the skies to visit family or go hunting, it's important to be in compliance with firearms rules and regulations.  Traveling by Car The Firearms Owners Protection Act is the federal law that outlines the legal method to transport firearms in a vehicle. When traveling by car with firearms, follow these rules: Do your research. You will need to know and follow the laws not only of your origination and destination state but every state you travel through. And the laws can vary greatly from state to state.  Some states require all firearms to be stored in a locked container or safe, while others have an open carry policy.  Check to make sure your originating state’s carry permit is recognized in your destination state as well as states you’re going through. In more restrictive states, transporting firearms is illegal unless you have a carry permit i...

We're a little over a month into the new year and new decade. Are you on track with your New Year’s resolutions?  If you’ve already fallen off track or haven’t made any yet, there’s still plenty of time left in 2020. Might we suggest some related to your favorite firearm or gun ownership? Different gun owners need different resolutions, so we’ve compiled resolutions that any gun owner is able to keep into 2020 and beyond.  Carry consistently. The saying goes, “It’s better to have it and not need than to need it and not have it” and holds true for gun owners - especially if you are truly committed to the concealed carry lifestyle. Unfortunately, we live in a day and age where an attack or act of violence can happen at any time, so it’s always best to be prepared and protected. Preparedness doesn’t necessarily mean a full-size gun; it can be as simple as carrying a .380 in your pocket. Be situationally aware. Being observant of your surroundings is essential to...

Being in possession of a gun is an enormous responsibility. This constitutional right can be used in a variety of ways; for hunters, it is a way to practice their sport and bring food home for their families in order to provide for them. For countless people across the country, having a firearm within arm’s reach is a way to keep them and their loved ones feeling secure in their own homes. Others may just be curious to see what having such power in their hands feels like, and take their interest to a local firing range to see whether or not they’ve discovered a new passion or hobby. Yes, there are so many ways that guns are present in our lives today. But no matter how a gun is used, it must always be handled in the safest manner possible. That’s why it’s essential, for the betterment and protection of ourselves and our fellow citizens, for gun users to know how this extraordinary piece of equipment works. Whether you consider yourself a gun expert or if you have never shot ...

Responsible firearms owners know that firearm safety is a priority in order to protect our children, prevent injuries, and keep our communities safe. Nearly all firearm accidents that occur in the home can be prevented by taking simple safety precautions.  The number one way to prevent accidents and your firearm from getting into the wrong hands is proper and secure storage when not in use. All firearms should be kept in a locked storage case, cabinet or safe when not in use; this ensures that they are inaccessible to children and cannot be used without your permission. Storage cases are used for locking up and storing a firearm and are available in various sizes to accommodate firearms from handguns to hunting rifles and shotguns. For most storage solutions, there is the option of a digital keypad or combination lock to prevent unauthorized access.  Even though the firearm is stored securely, a gun lock should be used as an additional safety measure and makes the firear...

It is painful and uncomfortable to admit that the world we live in is full of dangers. Violence is all too-prominent in today’s culture, and no location, no environment, and, perhaps most terrifying of all, no person, can ever be classified as safe. Considering the number of threats that surround us in a variety of forms, doesn’t it make sense to protect ourselves and the ones we love however we can from harm? That’s why countless citizens of the great state of Illinois are taking action. They are not only learning whatever they can about self-defense laws in this part of the country, but they are also taking that education one step further by obtaining their conceal carry license. First, let’s go over what you need to know about self-defense and how you can properly protect yourself and your residence under the protection of the law. Findlaw.com states that in Illinois, a person can use deadly force against another person if they believe that defending themselves against an ...

The Illinois State Concealed Carry permit is effective for a 5-year period for residents and non-residents. If you were one of the first people to obtain your Concealed Carry license from the State of Illinois , in the spring of 2014 when permits were first available, be sure to register for a renewal class now. Your class certificate will not expire, so take the renewal class as early as you would like to avoid the rush.  According to the law, (430 ILCS 66/70), subsection C: A license is invalid upon expiration of the license, unless the licensee has submitted an application to renew the license, and the applicant is otherwise eligible to possess a license under this Act.* The renewal application takes 90-120 days to process, no different than your original application. The class is three hours and consists of two hours of classroom time focused on changes/updates to laws and proper police interaction. The remaining hour is spent on the range. Come to class prepared...

The Illinois State Concealed Carry permit is effective for a 5-year period for residents and non-residents. If you were one of the first people to obtain your Concealed Carry license from the State of Illinois, in the spring of 2014 when permits were first available, be sure to register for a renewal class now.  Your class certificate will not expire, so take the renewal class as early as you would like to avoid the rush.  According to the law, (430 ILCS 66/70), subsection C:  A license is invalid upon expiration of the license, unless the licensee has submitted an application to renew the license, and the applicant is otherwise eligible to possess a license under this Act.* The renewal application takes 90-120 days to process, no different than your original application. The class is three hours and consists of two hours of classroom time focused on changes/updates to laws and proper police interaction. The remaining hour is spent on the range. Come to class prepar...