Concealed carry in the United States

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    constitutional carry state where any person who is at least 21 yrs of age may carry a concealed handgun on their person. The law directs that such possession is to be disclosed by the possessor in any event where the possessor is approached by a police officer. Furthermore, the individual is required by law to allow the officer to secure the handgun for the duration of that contact. The legislature is vested with a complete authority regarding the regulation of firearms in the state. State Constitutional

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    campuses around America would have to face the fact that student would be able to carry around dangerous weapons. More guns on campus would create additional risk for students, shooters would not be deterred by concealed carry permit holders and those who do carry guns aren 't even required to take proper training or gun safety classes. Saying that we would be safer if the common student would be allowed to carry around a gun is truly an absurd statement. With all due respect for those that mean

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    number of students and staff are able to bring concealed weapons? It could theoretically prove that students would be able to have the chance to protect themselves if a shooter were to get to the school and start rampaging, but others could see it as too much of a random thing to happen and too much panic could happen with many students running around, causing even more chaos for everyone there. Opposition for not being able to use concealed carry on college campuses is very strong, showing favorable

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    A common phrase from this stance is the belief that the only way to stop a bad guy with a gun is a good guy with a gun. That being said, it is justifiable to say that those who are against more gun laws feel safer and are content with concealed carry, even on college campuses. Now that the views of each side have been examined, it is important to analyze how crime models play a role in the gun debate. First, the consensus model is based off the assumption that a majority of citizens in a

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    did not comply. However, you carry a gun and have stand your ground laws on your side. This story happens in real life more than you might think. Awareness and implementation of self defense laws are necessary and important to understand because of protection issues, classes being readily available rights to stand up for oneself, and because of the ability to conceal and carry. A strong Castle Doctrine and stand-your-ground laws are something every state needs. The states with a strong Castle Doctrine

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    Gun control and conceal-carry legislature has long been a topic of debate that boasts complex arguments for both second amendment rights and general safety. A key component of gun control lies in the question of allowing personal firearms on college campuses. Emphasizing sexual assault, many campuses are reaching out to allow permit holders to carry concealed weapons. A study by the New York State Coalition Against Sexual Assault found that one out of every four women will be the victim of sexual

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    campus make the presence of firearms problematic. The shootings that have occurred in recent years at US colleges and universities have generated passionate debate about how best to prevent such violence and whether persons should be allowed to carry concealed guns on campuses. Experts believe there is no credible evidence that students or staff carrying guns would reduce crime. In fact, research has shown that the brains of most college students have not fully developed regarding impulse control and

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    Concealed Carry: The Social Impact Gun control is a highly controversial issue with each proponent (Pro vs. Con) providing statistics and facts supporting their standpoint. However, in the past several decades, advocates supporting gun control have significantly suffered with state’s enacting concealed carry legislation. The Constitution of the United States of America, the Second Amendment, is one of the most prevalent issues in government. To further reduce their stance, recent court decisions

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    The Right And Bare Arms

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    very good reasons why people are so torn. Firearms have a positive effect on both the past and in society today. "A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed." (Second Amendment, The Constitution of the United States) Having strict regulations might protect our society, or it could make it more dangerous.

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    A major issue in the United States is gun control. Due to multiple mass shootings in schools and public areas, restrictions regarding guns have been implemented across the United States. Andrew Parks, a student at The University of Alabama, wrote an article against gun restrictions. His article, “The University should allow concealed carry,” supports the idea of college campuses like The University of Alabama, allowing students to conceal carry firearms. In an article written by Jennie Kushner, the

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