I have out of state police officer certification.  Moved to TN a year ago.  Not currently a LEO but work for Federal Gov.  Want to get my carry permit.   I was a firearms instructor at my department.  Will TN waive the class since I clearly have training and does anyone know what I have to do if they do.

Thanx.

I couldn't say for sure, but you might check here: http://tennessee.gov/safety/handgunmain.htm.

Ok from the site. so you think out of state certification would apply.  I think I will call I hope it applies.



"Qualifications That Must Be Met Before Applying for a Tennessee Handgun Carry Permit

   * Effective July 1, 2005, all handgun permit applicants seeking a new, renewal or replacement permit must provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or Lawful Permanent Residency.
   * Effective July 1, 2005, Tennessee handgun carry permit law will now allow certain applicants already exempt from complying with firing range provisions of the current statute to also be exempt from any classroom requirements. Those current exceptions are applicants who prove to the department that within five (5) years from the date of application for handgun permit, the applicant has:
        1. Been certified by the police officer's standards and training commission, or
        2. successfully completed training at the law enforcement training academy; or
        3. successfully completed the firearms training course required for armed security guards; or
        4. successfully completed all handgun training of not less than four (4) hours as required by any branch of the military."