Nevada Sheriffs Jump on Board with the NRA Despite NSCA Director's Missive

Published on August 22, 2011
Duration: 7:03

This video discusses the delay in Nevada reinstating the NICS exemption for concealed carry permit holders. Nine out of seventeen sheriffs have indicated support for sending a formal letter to the ATF, but the Nevada Sheriffs and Chiefs Association has tabled the motion. The NRA is urging gun owners to contact their sheriffs and the Department of Public Safety to expedite the process.

Quick Summary

Nevada is working to reinstate the NICS exemption for concealed carry permit holders, lost in 2004. While a motion was tabled, nine sheriffs now support sending a letter to the ATF. Gun owners are urged to contact their sheriffs, the Department of Public Safety, and the Governor's office to expedite this process.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Nevada NICS Exemption Issue
  2. 00:12Background: Motion Tabled at Sheriff's Meeting
  3. 00:48Current Status: Sheriffs Supporting the Letter
  4. 01:16Reasons for Tabling: Specific Sheriff Concerns
  5. 02:18Urgency of New Law and Delay
  6. 02:55Member Frustration and Sheriff Responses
  7. 03:27Confusion Over Need for Sheriff Vote
  8. 03:46Speculation on Punitive Motives
  9. 04:09Exploring Alternative Avenues
  10. 04:26How Gun Owners Can Help
  11. 04:45Contacting the Department of Public Safety
  12. 05:25Contacting the Governor's Office
  13. 05:34Nevada's Position for Exemption
  14. 05:48Importance of Contacting Individual Sheriffs
  15. 06:48Concluding Remarks and Future Updates

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current status of the NICS exemption for Nevada concealed carry permit holders?

The NICS exemption for Nevada concealed carry permit holders, lost in 2004, is currently being pushed for reinstatement. A motion to send a formal letter to the ATF was tabled by the Nevada Sheriffs and Chiefs Association, but nine out of seventeen sheriffs now support moving forward with the request.

Why was the motion to reinstate the NICS exemption tabled by Nevada Sheriffs?

The motion was tabled primarily because two sheriffs, from Clark and Washoe counties, wanted to review whether reinstating the NICS exemption for CCW permit holders would benefit their communities. This caused a delay in sending the formal request to the ATF.

What actions can Nevada gun owners take to help reinstate the NICS exemption?

Gun owners should contact their local sheriffs to inquire about their stance and the delay. They should also contact Chris Perry at the Nevada Department of Public Safety and the Governor's office to urge them to send the formal letter to the ATF requesting the exemption's restoration.

Who is responsible for overseeing the CCW program in Nevada?

The Nevada Department of Public Safety, under Director Chris Perry, oversees the CCW program. While sheriffs administer aspects like training standards, the primary authority for requesting the NICS exemption restoration from the ATF lies with the Department of Public Safety.

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