Wyor

WYOR is Michael R. Grimler's civilian firearms training practice focused on New Mexico Concealed Carry Weapon (CCW) permits and defensive handgun instruction. Grimler's background spans formal law-enforcement education in California—where he served as a POST-certified Level I Reserve Deputy and adjunct firearms instructor—and evolved into a civilian-focused training operation grounded in safety, lawful decision-making, and responsible defensive firearm use.

He does not teach law-enforcement tactics. His instruction is limited to civilian defensive contexts: lawful use of firearms, proportionality in response, de-escalation where appropriate, and risk mitigation. Courses emphasize compliance with state law, sound judgment under stress, and responsible carry practices.

• •National Rifle Association (Endowment Life Member)
• •International Association of Law Enforcement Firearm Instructors (IALEFI)
• •National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF)
• •New Mexico Shooting Sports Association (NMSSA)
• •Operation Blazing Sword

Initial (New) Permit Class - 15-hour course covering firearms safety, lawful use of force, marksmanship fundamentals, and state-law compliance - Includes qualification course of fire - Required for all new CCW applicants (unless qualifying veteran or NM Mounted Patrol member)

4-Year Renewal Class - 4-hour classroom and shooting session - Must be completed within 60 days before or after permit expiration - Requalification with calibers/categories on your current license - $75 renewal fee to NM DPS (separate from class cost)

2-Year Refresher Class - 2-hour shooting session conducted at the 22–26 month mark of your license - Failure to complete may result in permit suspension and $5 reinstatement fee - Certificate issued and sent to NM DPS within 30 days

Private Instruction - Available for individual training outside standard class schedules

Active duty and honorably discharged veterans (within 20 years) are exempt from training course requirements, firearms qualification, and license fees—but must submit DD214 as proof and still pay fingerprinting fees. License valid 5 years. Beyond the 20-year mark, veterans must take and pay for renewal/refresher classes.

NM Mounted Patrol members have the same exemptions as retired law enforcement: no application fee, renewal fee, or training course required if they completed a basic law enforcement academy program. They must submit fingerprints and receive a 5-year license.

Due to COVID protocols (as of the source date), classroom material is presented by Zoom teleconference. Students need internet capability, webcam, and microphone. Shooting the course of fire is scheduled the week following classroom completion via a signup link.

• •Renewal Timeline: You can apply anytime from 60 calendar days before expiration to 60 calendar days after expiration. If your license expires, you cannot legally carry until you receive the renewed license.

• •What to Submit (as of June 2015):
• •Completed renewal application form
• •Photocopy of NM driver's license or ID
• •Certificate of completion from your renewal class (4-hour class + qualification shoot)
• •$75 nonrefundable renewal fee (check or money order)
• •Fingerprints are no longer required for renewals

• •Where to Mail: NM Department of Public Safety, SID/Concealed Carry Unit, 6301 Indian School Rd. NE Suite 310, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Hand delivery also accepted during business hours.

• •Critical: Do NOT wait more than 60 days beyond your expiration date. If you do, you lose renewal eligibility and must retake the entire 15-hour initial course.

Grimler maintains proficiency through regular firearms practice and participation in fundamentals-focused defensive shooting competitions emphasizing accuracy, safety, and decision-making under stress.

• •Lock 'n Load Blog for ongoing firearms and legal information
• •Links to NM DPS documents and official applications
• •Information on fingerprinting requirements, caliber endorsements, lost/stolen permit procedures, address changes, and permit transfers
• •Detailed explanations of NM CCW law history and rules recap

For shooters who hate guns: WYOR's approach is centered on lawful, proportional, responsible use—not gun culture mysticism. Instruction focuses on judgment, de-escalation, and defensive decision-making grounded in reality, not fantasy.