Something to think about.......

[Glock Fan]

The general practice in the state of Hawaii is that the Chief of Police won't issue a "carry permit" to any private citizen unless they have a "good reason". Think about all of the folks you see carrying a firearm. They're the guys servicing the ATM machines, working for the armored car services, and some of the private guard services. What are these folks "protecting"? In most cases it's "property". If some thug were to approach them and demand the cash, they're instructed to hand over the property and "get away". Most of these companies have insurance that would cover such instances. Now take a look at this story about the lady who was beaten to death with a loaded shotgun: http://www.khon2.com/news/local/13883632.html

At this point, I feel that I have "good reason" to get a permit to carry a concealed firearm. I've got permits from the state of NV, UT, FL, and GA. These states don't seem to have a problem with me. I've got a lot of experience and I'm a NRA Certified Instructor. This is a clear situation where the Police Chiefs put the value of "property" above that of human life.

I'd like to see the laws change. If anyone has any ideas, please let me know.



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[Fallguy]

Have you talked with any of your state legislators? Maybe you could find one willing to introduce a bill to make HI a shall issue state. Also I think one of the best moves TN ever made was to make permits handled by the state as opposed to local sheriff's.

Wish I could be more help...

[Glock Fan]

We have a few 2A friendly law makers, though it's far from the number needed to get anything done effectively. I like the idea of getting the permitting handled by the state rather than the county. Two of the counties have had some major drama in recent years. Possibly corrupt acts still haunt one of the county police departments.


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