Where can I find a handgun permit list for GA?

skinny · July 7, 2006, 02:19 AM

Where can I find a list of handgun permits for GA?

**Rich Lucibella** · July 7, 2006, 03:42 AM

As in a list of people with permits? If that's the question, I doubt you'll get much help here. But I have one.

Rich

**Bud Helms** · July 7, 2006, 03:45 AM

What do you mean by "a list of handgun permits"?

Do you mean a list of names of people to whom have been issued a GA Firearms License? To my knowledge, that's not made public, but a FOIA request could probably get it released.

Do you mean different "types" of permits available? One category, one license for all.

skinny · July 7, 2006, 04:02 AM

Where can i find a list of names of people who have been issued firearm permits in ga. what is foia?

**Bud Helms** · July 7, 2006, 04:11 AM

Freedom of Information Act.

blume357 · July 7, 2006, 06:02 AM

I have one; Why do you want the list?

Kestrel · July 7, 2006, 10:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by skinny

Where can I find a list of handgun permits for GA?

Now, that's a great way to make friends on a firearms forum. One has to assume you're not planning to stay...

Why don't you post your name, address, phone number and SS# first and we'll get back to you...

pwelsh4hd · July 7, 2006, 12:04 PM

I'm pretty sure no handguns, ergo no permits, exist in GA. Just smiling friendly faces everywhere you go.

Marko Kloos · July 7, 2006, 12:14 PM

I don't know who has a permit in GA, but I can pretty much guarantee you that all the gun-toting folks in GA you'd have to worry about do not have a permit.

Dave P · July 7, 2006, 01:21 PM

What a bizarre request! We sure get all kinds here.

FWIW, Gov Jeb Bush recently signed another good law about not releasing names of CCW holders (in FLA). Went into affect July 1.

Dave

atlctyslkr · July 7, 2006, 01:22 PM

I'd like to hear more about this. I wasn't aware that there was a list kept. I'm sure that there would be a defacto way to create one but unlike some states Georgia doesn't publish the info in the local papers. I'm hoping that there is not such a list floating around out there. In fact I tried one time to research how many license holders there were and had no luck. Alot of states that have one agency controlling the issue like Florida publish the numbers but not names.

Since the GBI (Georgia Bureau of Investigation) does a check on each license holder upon intitial application and renewal they propbaby have records of these checks but they just transmit the info back to each county since it's the county that issues the license. Georgia is shall issue but even if everything checks out a judge can still deny you. The GBI has now way of knowing if and when a license was actually issued.

I don't see how this falls under FOIA. Isn't that a Federal thing, I don't see state governments bowing to that.

While we are on the subject, shame on those states like New York that make this information accessible to the public. Guns are one of the most popular items stolen in burglaries, right after cash and jewelry. They are small and valuable. If there were such a list and criminals could get it then they would know that the license holder owns at least one gun and probably more. Most gun owners I know own many different types.

38splfan · July 7, 2006, 02:08 PM

I may be paranoid, but I think that some math may be required here.

3 posts on same subject with no others
+Unusual request about sensitive information
+No other information
-----------------------------------
= Something awful fishy.

Just a thought, but maybe you might get more help if you were a bit more open about your end objective, ya know?

Mannlicher · July 7, 2006, 02:14 PM

my guess is that this is a HandGun Control type, who would use the information to harm law abiding citizens in some way. First post, and already stirring the pot.

Kestrel · July 7, 2006, 02:39 PM

Okay - I'm caving in. Here's the list:

gb_in_ga · July 7, 2006, 02:53 PM

If you mean "handgun permits" as being permits to posess handguns in Ga -- there' ain't no such thing.

If you mean concealed carry permits -- that's a whole 'nuther thing. Best I know, that information isn't available and shouldn't be, either.

I don't know how to get that information, I don't want to know that information, and if I did, I wouldn't divulge it, especially given its sensitive nature over an insecure medium like the 'net.

Why in the world would you legitimately want a list of law abiding people who are engaging in lawful activities, anyway? Those aren't the people to be worried about -- the ones engaging in unlawful activities are the threat. Unless you are wanting this information for marketing purposes, I suppose. Even then, I wouldn't be one to give out that kind of information -- we get junk-mailed, telemarketed and spammed enough as it is. Maybe you are wanting to do some sort of statistical research? If so, wouldn't a by-zipcode breakdown (without names & addresses) suffice?

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my guess is that this is a HandGun Control type, who would use the information to harm law abiding citizens in some way.

And then there's that possibility -- that you are a "grabber" looking to harm law abiding citizens in any of a number of ways. Or, that you are criminal looking for a nice list of possible places to burglarize. I'm not saying that you are, but you might be -- it sounds awfully fishy to me: your being a "newbie" and posting such a request with no explanation or identification.

The Terminator · July 7, 2006, 03:11 PM

I have one, but you would never see it.

atlctyslkr · July 7, 2006, 06:25 PM

Apparently this guy gets around. I belong to a smaller local site and warned them about it.

http://www.georgiapacking.org/forum/viewforum.php?f=15

I'll bet he strikes THR by morning.

**Mike Irwin** · July 7, 2006, 06:47 PM

I want to know what reason you might have for wanting that information.

Looking to form some sort of organization?

Looking for kindred spirits?

Or are you looking at harassing law-abiding gun owners, people who have worked through the legislatively mandated process for obtaining a concealed carry license?

Given that you've hit at least one other forum with this query (ARFcom, apparently), I'd have to say that your motives are highly suspect.

rhgunguy · July 7, 2006, 07:10 PM

Troll. A few years ago our local paper posted a list of people in the county that had CCW in the part of the paper for DUIs. People sure were pissed about that one.

Lately alot of places have been following Florida's lead. Hopefully that will continue to include not divulging permit holders names.

Ausserordeutlich · July 7, 2006, 07:43 PM

There are 159 counties in GA. I'm pretty sure that the Probate Judge of each county maintains a log of permit holders. I'm also pretty sure that there's no master list. The G.B.I. isn't even required to furnish the Probate Judge with a written report, absent any negative information about the applicant.

Cops can't tell from your license plates if you have a firearms permit in Ga.

M14fan · July 7, 2006, 08:34 PM

Shame on you!! You TOLD!

Very funny answer BTW.

MeekAndMild · July 7, 2006, 10:54 PM

If it helps any I don't have one but I have reciprocity, as do about 60 million other citizens.

I have a couple of questions for you but can't ask them as I don't know if you're above the age of consent.

You need to be more explicit in your personal profile.

stevelyn · July 9, 2006, 12:29 AM

You'll have to go to Helen Waite, the administrator who oversees such things and make your request in person. Her office is in the Capitol building basement accessable by the outside elevator.

rhgunguy · July 9, 2006, 12:32 AM

The outside elevator? Oh, I know the one you are talking about. It starts at the roof and only goes down.

**Mal H** · July 9, 2006, 07:53 AM

Folks, you might as well give up. "skinny" hasn't returned since around post #5 in this thread. He's not reading all the wit, wisdom and wisecracks being thrown his way.

July 7, 2006, 02:19 AM	#1
skinny Junior Member Join Date: July 7, 2006 Posts: 3	Where can I find a handgun permit list for GA? Where can I find a list of handgun permits for GA?

July 7, 2006, 03:42 AM	#2
Rich Lucibella Staff Join Date: October 6, 1998 Location: South Florida Posts: 10,229	As in a list of people with permits? If that's the question, I doubt you'll get much help here. But I have one. Rich __________________ S.W.A.T. Magazine Weapons, Training and Tactics for the Real World Join us at TFL or at AR15.com or on Facebook

July 7, 2006, 04:02 AM	#4
skinny Junior Member Join Date: July 7, 2006 Posts: 3	firearms issued in ga Where can i find a list of names of people who have been issued firearm permits in ga. what is foia?

July 7, 2006, 06:02 AM	#6
blume357 Senior Member Join Date: August 2, 2005 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 3,943	Since you asked the question, I have one; Why do you want the list?

July 7, 2006, 12:14 PM	#9
Marko Kloos Senior Member Join Date: January 12, 2000 Location: Enfield, NH Posts: 5,521	I don't know who has a permit in GA, but I can pretty much guarantee you that all the gun-toting folks in GA you'd have to worry about do not have a permit. __________________ "The right to buy weapons is the right to be free." --A.E. Van Vogt, The Weapon Shops of Isher the munchkin wrangler.

July 7, 2006, 03:45 AM	#3
Bud Helms Senior Member Join Date: December 31, 1999 Location: Middle Georgia, USA Posts: 13,198	What do you mean by "a list of handgun permits"? Do you mean a list of names of people to whom have been issued a GA Firearms License? To my knowledge, that's not made public, but a FOIA request could probably get it released. Do you mean different "types" of permits available? One category, one license for all.

July 7, 2006, 04:11 AM	#5
Bud Helms Senior Member Join Date: December 31, 1999 Location: Middle Georgia, USA Posts: 13,198	Freedom of Information Act.

July 7, 2006, 12:04 PM	#8
pwelsh4hd Senior Member Join Date: May 18, 2005 Location: Idaho Posts: 146	I'm pretty sure no handguns, ergo no permits, exist in GA. Just smiling friendly faces everywhere you go.

July 7, 2006, 01:21 PM	#10
Dave P Senior Member Join Date: August 16, 1999 Location: North Florida Posts: 1,346	What a bizarre request! We sure get all kinds here. FWIW, Gov Jeb Bush recently signed another good law about not releasing names of CCW holders (in FLA). Went into affect July 1. Dave

July 7, 2006, 01:22 PM	#11
atlctyslkr Senior Member Join Date: March 6, 2006 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 613	I'd like to hear more about this. I wasn't aware that there was a list kept. I'm sure that there would be a defacto way to create one but unlike some states Georgia doesn't publish the info in the local papers. I'm hoping that there is not such a list floating around out there. In fact I tried one time to research how many license holders there were and had no luck. Alot of states that have one agency controlling the issue like Florida publish the numbers but not names. Since the GBI (Georgia Bureau of Investigation) does a check on each license holder upon intitial application and renewal they propbaby have records of these checks but they just transmit the info back to each county since it's the county that issues the license. Georgia is shall issue but even if everything checks out a judge can still deny you. The GBI has now way of knowing if and when a license was actually issued. I don't see how this falls under FOIA. Isn't that a Federal thing, I don't see state governments bowing to that. While we are on the subject, shame on those states like New York that make this information accessible to the public. Guns are one of the most popular items stolen in burglaries, right after cash and jewelry. They are small and valuable. If there were such a list and criminals could get it then they would know that the license holder owns at least one gun and probably more. Most gun owners I know own many different types.

July 7, 2006, 02:08 PM	#12
38splfan Senior Member Join Date: November 19, 2004 Location: Ft. Lewis/Tacoma, WA. Posts: 1,034	Hmmm.... I may be paranoid, but I think that some math may be required here. 3 posts on same subject with no others +Unusual request about sensitive information +No other information ----------------------------------- = Something awful fishy. Just a thought, but maybe you might get more help if you were a bit more open about your end objective, ya know? __________________ "I won't be wronged, I won't be insulted, and I won't be laid a hand on. I don't do these things to others and I expect the same from them." - John Wayne

July 7, 2006, 02:14 PM	#13
Mannlicher Senior Member Join Date: July 8, 2001 Location: North Central Florida & Miami Posts: 3,209	my guess is that this is a HandGun Control type, who would use the information to harm law abiding citizens in some way. First post, and already stirring the pot. __________________ Nemo Me Impune Lacesset "The trouble with our liberal friends is not that they're ignorant; it's just that they know so much that isn't so.".........Ronald Reagan

July 7, 2006, 03:11 PM	#16
The Terminator Senior Member Join Date: February 3, 2002 Location: Georgia, 35 miles Northwest of the armpit Posts: 946	I have one, but you would never see it. __________________ The Terminator John 3:16 (I hope to see You over there.)

July 7, 2006, 06:25 PM	#17
atlctyslkr Senior Member Join Date: March 6, 2006 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 613	Apparently this guy gets around. I belong to a smaller local site and warned them about it. http://www.georgiapacking.org/forum/viewforum.php?f=15 I'll bet he strikes THR by morning.

July 7, 2006, 06:47 PM	#18
Mike Irwin Staff Join Date: April 13, 2000 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 41,390	I want to know what reason you might have for wanting that information. Looking to form some sort of organization? Looking for kindred spirits? Or are you looking at harassing law-abiding gun owners, people who have worked through the legislatively mandated process for obtaining a concealed carry license? Given that you've hit at least one other forum with this query (ARFcom, apparently), I'd have to say that your motives are highly suspect. __________________ "The gift which I am sending you is called a dog, and is in fact the most precious and valuable possession of mankind" -Theodorus Gaza Baby Jesus cries when the fat redneck doesn't have military-grade firepower.

July 7, 2006, 07:10 PM	#19
rhgunguy Junior member Join Date: March 7, 2006 Posts: 1,057	Troll. A few years ago our local paper posted a list of people in the county that had CCW in the part of the paper for DUIs. People sure were pissed about that one. Lately alot of places have been following Florida's lead. Hopefully that will continue to include not divulging permit holders names.

July 7, 2006, 07:43 PM	#20
Ausserordeutlich Junior member Join Date: May 27, 2006 Posts: 996	There are 159 counties in GA. I'm pretty sure that the Probate Judge of each county maintains a log of permit holders. I'm also pretty sure that there's no master list. The G.B.I. isn't even required to furnish the Probate Judge with a written report, absent any negative information about the applicant. Cops can't tell from your license plates if you have a firearms permit in Ga.

July 7, 2006, 08:34 PM	#21
M14fan Senior Member Join Date: March 26, 2006 Location: Tennessee Posts: 777	Kestrel Shame on you!! You TOLD! Very funny answer BTW. __________________ "Government is not reason; it is not eloquent; it is force. Like fire, it is a dangerous servant and a fearful master." --George Washington

July 7, 2006, 10:54 PM	#22
MeekAndMild Senior Member Join Date: August 2, 2001 Posts: 4,988	If it helps any I don't have one but I have reciprocity, as do about 60 million other citizens. I have a couple of questions for you but can't ask them as I don't know if you're above the age of consent. You need to be more explicit in your personal profile. __________________ In a few years when the dust finally clears and people start counting their change there is a pretty good chance that President Obama may become known as The Great Absquatulator. You heard it first here on TFL.

July 9, 2006, 12:29 AM	#23
stevelyn Senior Member Join Date: May 19, 2004 Location: Fairbanksan in exile to Aleutian Hell Posts: 2,655	You'll have to go to Helen Waite, the administrator who oversees such things and make your request in person. Her office is in the Capitol building basement accessable by the outside elevator. __________________ Stop Allowing Our Schools To Be Soft Targets! http://fastersaveslives.org/ East Moose. Wear Wolf.

July 9, 2006, 12:32 AM	#24
rhgunguy Junior member Join Date: March 7, 2006 Posts: 1,057	The outside elevator? Oh, I know the one you are talking about. It starts at the roof and only goes down.

July 9, 2006, 07:53 AM	#25
Mal H Staff Join Date: March 20, 1999 Location: Somewhere in the woods of Northern Virginia Posts: 16,955	Folks, you might as well give up. "skinny" hasn't returned since around post #5 in this thread. He's not reading all the wit, wisdom and wisecracks being thrown his way.