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Gun Rights 101: What is concealed carry?
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“Concealed carry” denotes wearing a hidden (concealed) handgun in public.
There are two categories for this: legal and criminal. We are discussing only legal concealed carry here.
To legally carry a concealed handgun, one generally must obtain a license (aka permit) from the state where they want to carry, though there are exceptions which we will discuss later.
Getting a license
Concealed carry laws are passed by a state’s legislature during public sessions, where constituent input as well as floor debate are a normal course of events. When the legislation passes both legislative houses, it is sent on to the governor for approval. Once the law is enacted, a state agency is empowered to handle the paperwork and approval process. In Texas, this function is fulfilled by the Department of Public Safety.
Licensing requirements vary from state to state. Some require specific training and testing from a state-certified instructor before you can be eligible.
For example, in Texas, applicants must attend a training seminar which includes both written and target shooting tests. They must also undergo two criminal history background checks––FBI and state––to prove they are sufficiently law-abiding to be entrusted with the responsibility of carrying a lethal weapon in public. There are additional legal requirements as well. For example, the applicant must:
· Not be charged with or convicted of a felony or class A or B misdemeanor.
· Not be delinquent on tax payments.
· Not be under a restraining order.
· Not be suffering from a psychiatric disorder or chemical dependency.
Once the candidate completes state-required training, they may send in an application packet to the state’s licensing board.
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For in-depth analysis of the issues discussed here, read Howard’s book Four Hundred Years of Gun Control: Why Isn’t It Working?, which deconstructs the gun control agenda and motivates more people to support our civil right of self-defense. Autographed copies are available from the author.
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