Virginia Concealed Handgun Permit (CHP) Practice Exam

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What could be a reason for a Concealed Handgun Permit application to be denied?

  1. Lack of firearms training

  2. Failing a background check

  3. Not being a Virginia resident

  4. All of the above

The correct answer is: All of the above

All of the above (Option D) could be reasons for a Concealed Handgun Permit application to be denied. A lack of firearms training is a requirement for obtaining a Concealed Handgun Permit in Virginia. Applicants must complete a firearms training course approved by the state. Failing a background check is another common reason for a permit application to be denied. Background checks are conducted to ensure the applicant does not have a disqualifying criminal history or other factors that would deem them ineligible for a permit. Not being a Virginia resident can also result in a denial of a Concealed Handgun Permit application. Applicants must be residents of Virginia to qualify for a permit in the state. Therefore, all of the options presented could potentially lead to a denial of a Concealed Handgun Permit application in Virginia.