The worlds of firearms, concealed carry, and self defense are all constantly evolving. For me, that’s part of the fun of this job—I’m constantly learning new things and engaging with new ideas. 2017 has been especially interesting—a lot’s changed. The political situation in the US has shifted dramatically, the nature of the threats we face…
Believe it or not, one doesn't have to necessarily live in a constitutional carry state in order to carry without a permit. Most states have a mechanism at law that allows a person to conceal a firearm on their person without a permit, though it is in limited circumstances. Even states that are thought of…
As the title would suggest, this is the second article in a series about my experiences open carrying a handgun. If you're just finding this, I'd suggest starting at the beginning. When all the plans had been made and the preparations double-checked, I found myself thinking of something my father was fond of saying: “It's…
If there is one single issue that divides the pro-gun crowd, it’s open carry. Those that advocate open carry argue a right not used is a right lost, and that guns shown openly in public normalize and desensitize guns to those that would otherwise not even know that they have that right. Concealed carriers argue…
In the wake of this weekend’s police shootings in Baton Rouge, the head of Cleveland’s largest police union is calling on the governor to suspend the open carry of firearms during this week’s Republican National Convention, according to CNN. The Baton Rouge shootings, in which three officers were killed and at least three more were…
Shortly after shots rang out in Dallas at a Black Lives Matter protest, Mark Hughes found himself in a precarious situation. Hughes was openly carrying a rifle at the protest, an act which is perfectly legal in Texas. But as the confusion and pandemonium of the situation spread, photos of Hughes began showing up on…
While USA Carry's primary mission is to support and promote the concealed carry community across the United States, we've also talked a great deal about open carry and the challenges around it. We've covered the changing laws around open carry state-by-state, as a quick search of the site will confirm. Today we're going to take…
This is the first of a series of articles, and a bit of a departure from my normal contributions. Here I'll recount my experiences open-carrying a handgun, with a focus on the reaction from the rest of the public. Nothing in here should be construed as legal advice; it's just an account of one person's…
Despite the stringent concerns voiced by its opponents, Texas's law permitting the open carry of a firearm has yet to result in the predicted flood of 911 calls and interpersonal violence. State law enforcement agencies report no major incidents or increases in emergency calls. Known formally as House Bill 910, the new law took effect on…
Brooks' Place BBQ has been serving some of the best smoked meat in Texas since 2009. Recently, however, the famed eatery has come under threat due to the owner's support of the Second Amendment. Texas's legislature and governor approved changes to state law allowing for open carry of handguns by citizens with concealed carry permits…
According to the Arkansas Attorney General Leslie Rutledge, as long as you don't plan on using a handgun illegally, then open carry on your person and in a vehicle is legal per to Act 746 of 2013. She gave her opinion on Act 746 of 2013 in a letter while trying to clear up confusion for gun owners…
Let's talk everyday carry. And let's try a novel approach in doing so. Let's eschew discussion of concealed vs. open carry. Let's avoid arguing about what the best carry piece is, or which carry system is best. And please, for the love of all that's good and right in this troubled world, let's not revive…
