Got my CCW today!

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Lightsped

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Well, after applying for my Georgia CCW in early November, it finally came today.
Now that I have my CCW I don't know what to do with it. It has so much legal mumbo jumbo printed on the back. Anyone else have a CCW? Where CAN I carry a gun? Seems like it lists so many places I cann't carry a gun, that there aren't many available places left....
 
Congratulations ...

Great news! Now, I want to suggest something that others may differ with ... but, I think the biggest adjustment you will make is in philosophy.

Previously, you (like me) played the odds. You hoped you'd never need to defend yourself and innocent others against lethal criminal force. Now, you've taken responsibility ... we call it 'First Defense' at Mothers Arms. Just as first aid preserves life, you will defend innocent life until the professionals arrive. You need to get used to carrying your firearm, practicing, and as you note, learning the laws that affect you.

I don't know diddily about GA law ... others will likely respond. Here's a helpful web page - http://www.gunlaws.com/links/linksga.htm

You will probably have some judgement calls to make. I'm not recommending that you violate any laws. By the same token, honest LEO's will tell you it is better to be judged by 12, than carried by 6. Get to know experienced folks in your area, and find out what 'prohibitions' are simply not enforced or practical. Sometimes such practical considerations exist. And, if you carry in a very discreet manner, no one need know that you are prepared to defend innocent life. But, weigh the costs and benefits.

I'm not suggesting you break any law. You should learn the law. However, Suzanna Gratia Hupp watched her parents be murdered because she left her sidearm in her truck. Like I said, you have a number of choices to make.

You and your family will be safer if you take appropriate responsibility for using your new safety rescue tool. Seek more training, practice, and secure your firearm responsibly.

Good luck, congratulations and ... always be safe and responsible. Wear the 'cone of peace'.

Regards from AZ
 
Call the probate judge who issued the permit. My judge was a lady and was very clear: You can't carry:

On or in a school
group events (where general public attends)
churches (still the bible belt there)
anyplace serving alcohol on premis (I think there was a profit % in that)(bars/nightclubs)
state or fed property (including the courthouse)

The bit about "public buildings" is why I asked.. that is the state and fed property deal. It is okay to carry in any business, bank, conven. store, mall, etc..

Some businesses will put up a circle with a gun in it with a line through it... "no weapons", they had one at the valdosta mall... if they catch you, they kick you out for the day... so I thought of it this way: If I'm caught, then I save money.. but was never caught.

Oh, applebee's is still up in the air (I never got an answer, is it a restuarant or a bar?)

USP45usp

Check with packing.org also, laws change all the time and speak with the probate justice.
 
Lightsped, please take this in the spirit it is given. (I'd rather be politely upbraded by someone on my side, than someone against me.)

That "mumbo jumbo" on your license.....read it!

I'd be cautious of inquiring of unknown LEO's or judges regarding where or where not you can carry. You do not want to become the poster boy for new legislation i.e. "48 months of class room training required for where a firearm may be carried".

This site may be a good start for the laws in your state:

http://www.packing.org/state/georgia/

Just because you have a license, does not mean you must carry every waking moment of the day.

Remember a couple of important things:
*Concealed means concealed. You never...ever...macho things up by telling your best buddy you are carrying.
*Your FIRST legal obligation when carrying, whenever faced with the threat of grave bodily harm or death, is RETREAT to safety if possible.

Again, I do not mean to sound like a school-marm. It's just that I cringed a bit when I read your message. Sarah Brady would have a field day with it.

Respectfully
 
Lightsped,

I have to disagree with Bunkster on one thing:

Yes, you SHOULD carry your firearm every waking minute.

Why? Several reasons:

1. You'll get used to carrying it, and will break yourself of the newbie habits that just scream out "I'VE GOT A HIDDEN GUN!" like tugging at your shirt, fiddling with the gun, bending over so the gun sticks out like a sore thumb, etc.

2. The reason you got the permit is becuase you want to be prepared IF something happens. That gun does you no good if you leave it at home. When it comes to that, if someone kicks in your front door, do you REALLY want to have to go running into the back bedroom to arm yourself, thereby exposing your back to the BG?

3. You just never know when something might happen.

4. It is your RIGHT! Excercise it frequently.



Now, I agree that:
1. Your first priority is SURVIVAL. That means you, your family, and friends. So, by all means, if you can get away, DO IT! Unless doing so would cost innocent lives.


Now that I've said my piece, I'll don the flamesuit and await the coming replies....

Lightsped, congrats, and welcome to the club!
 
Bunkster, why would a law-abiding citizen going about his daily affairs have to "retreat"? He hasn"t done anything wrong...retreating is a violation of a persons right to the "pursuit of happiness"..who can be happy runnuing from a sudden violent attack? What if the person is disabled or injured {sprained ankle or broken leg} ? How do they "re-treat" And all these absurd restrictions. Let's all just leave ourselves at the mery of brutal ,merciless criminals,in all of these no-gun zones... God the creator gives us rights the 2nd amendment recognizes EVERYONE the right to self-defense ,not just those "priviledged " by State governments.Natural rights are immutable!
 
Didn't you take a CCW class? It should have explained the law in your state. If you haven't, I recommend you do.
 
. It is your RIGHT! Excercise it frequently.

Not really, since he asked permission from the state to exercise his 2nd amendment right, it's his PRIVILEGE! :)
 
From abuvavgiq: "Bunkster, why would a law-abiding citizen going about his daily affairs have to "retreat"?"

Because, depending in which state one lives in, the law states that you must.

Hopefully, it is reasonable to assume certain "givens" need not be listed such as...you are NOT a LEO...you do not have a broken leg..there was no place to retreat to nor was there time to...and every single hypothetical.

Trust me: Should you be asked by a DA why you did not retreat when he believes the evidence suggests you could have, you do NOT want to answer "Because, retreating is a violation of my right to persuing happiness."

Respectfully...
 
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