Illinois Firearm Owners Identification (FOID) Practice Exam

A background check is required for all FOID card applicants, regardless of their age or if they are a first-time applicant. This is to ensure that individuals who are prohibited from owning a firearm, such as convicted felons or those involuntarily committed to a mental institution, do not obtain a FOID card. Therefore, options B, C, and D are incorrect as they suggest that a background check is not required for all applicants.