Illinois Firearm Owners Identification (FOID) Practice Exam

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What should a FOID card holder do if they change their address?

  1. Notify the Illinois State Police within 21 days

  2. There is no need to notify anyone

  3. Reapply for a new FOID card

  4. Notify their local gun store

The correct answer is: Notify the Illinois State Police within 21 days

A FOID card holder must notify the Illinois State Police within 21 days of changing their address. This requirement is essential to ensure that the state has accurate and updated information regarding the card holder's location. Keeping the address on file current is crucial for compliance with state laws, as it helps facilitate background checks and other regulatory processes. This duty to inform the Illinois State Police reinforces the importance of keeping records accurate for both safety and legal reasons. The other options are not advisable actions in this scenario. Not notifying anyone could lead to legal penalties, and simply reapplying for a new FOID card isn't necessary unless there are other changes. Informing a local gun store is important in specific contexts, but it does not replace the requirement to update the state authorities.