Friday, July 31, 2009

Fascinating Story on Open Carry in California

Seems that people in the liberal state of California have found a way to carry, whether or not their local CLEO (Chief Law Enforcement Officer) will sign off on a concealed carry permit for them.

Of note in this article - the publication is thought by many in "gun circles" to be liberal - yet the article is refreshingly objective.

Also, for those out there, allow me to make a distinction. California is a "May-Issue" state with regards to concealed carry permits. My home state of Tennessee is a "Shall Issue" state with regards to handgun carry permits. The difference?

"May Issue" means that if a person qualifies, he "may" be issued a carry permit - if the CLEO feels it is justified. If the CLEO does not want to issue the permit for any reason (or no reason at all), the permit does not get issued. There is too much subjectivity here for my tastes.

"Shall Issue" means that if a person qualifies, the state SHALL issue a carry permit. It is very objective. You meet the criteria and pay the fee, and you will get a permit to carry.

Facts:
39 states are "Shall Issue"
7 states are "May Issue"
2 states do not have permits, but allow civilian carry - open or concealed - by anyone of legal age in the state to carry - VT (age 16 to carry) & AK (21 to carry).
In Wisconsin, one may open carry, but there is no provision for concealed carry.
In Illinois, there is no option for a civilian to carry a handgun.

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