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So since I am not the Original Poster of this thread and actually this has been an experiment for me to see if I could actually get a copy of my original certificate.
This is what I have found out:
The Stratford Police Department: Destroy the hard copy records after 10 years. Since I took the course in 1993 they have no copy, but buried deep in their computer system they were able to find me and give me the year.
The NRA: I left a message for someone (Chris) to call me back (no details of what I needed were left in the message , just that I needed some information, along with my name, ph# and NRA Member #)...4 hrs later (NO CALL) so I called back, Chris picked right up! He told me that even if I knew the instructors name it wouldn't do him any good because the NRA doesn't actually keep records of the people that pass their safety course. They just keep a total number of people trained!! He also did offer to hook me up with a place in my area to take the course again. I declined since I have a valid permit and do not wish to spend $100 to take training that I already know, remember and practice on a daily basis.
Bridgeport Shooting Range: I took my training there so I figured that I would give them a call. Told them what I needed and that I was trained there. They told me that was 2 owners ago so that they would have no idea who was giving courses there in 1993, and that they couldn't help.
CT DPS Special Licensing & Firearms: I figured 1 last try so I call DPS, I explain that I wanted a copy of my of my certificate. Very quickly tells that they do not have that type of information and suggests that I contact my local PD. Then says good-bye and hangs up before I even get a chance to say thank you anyway!!!
Conclusion:
So after a 2 days of looking into getting a copy of my NRA handgun safety certificate, and a few phone calls...This experiment comes to an end.
It doesn't exist any more!!
Or just maybe 1 copy does exist, buried in the files of some old NRA trainer.
Probably in a cardboard box in his basement or garage!! Hmmmm:?