Illinois Firearm Owners Identification (FOID) Practice Exam

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Prepare for the Illinois FOID card with our comprehensive practice exam. Featuring flashcards and multiple-choice questions, each with hints and detailed explanations, to ensure you're fully prepared for your application.

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How long is a FOID card valid before it needs to be renewed?

  1. 5 years

  2. 10 years

  3. 1 year

  4. 3 years

The correct answer is: 10 years

A FOID card, or Firearm Owner's Identification card, is a card issued by the state of Illinois that allows individuals to legally possess firearms and ammunition. According to the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act, a FOID card is valid for 10 years from the date of issuance before it needs to be renewed. Option A is incorrect because a FOID card does not need to be renewed after 5 years. Option C is incorrect because a FOID card is valid for longer than 1 year. Option D is incorrect because a FOID card is valid for longer than 3 years. Therefore, the correct answer is B.