Can somebody explain to me why my background check is taking so long? I submitted my application and prints to the Ipswich Police Department in mid-September. The other guys I took the class with submitted their information to the same department around the same time and they got their licenses at around 40 days. I've contacted the status hotline several times and it's "still under review by the Ipswich Police Department." I do have a couple of things on my record in Boston but all charges were dismissed over 20 years ago. Is anyone else experiencing a similar issue? Should I file an appeal despite not receiving an "official" denial? Thanks.