February 5th, 2008
Who should get to see the list of Virginians with permits to carry a concealed gun?
Last year Christian Trejbal and the Roanoke Times took it upon themselves to publish a list of all the state’s concealed carry permit holders because they felt it was the right thing to do. Then the list was pulled the next day out of “sense of caution and concern for the public.”
Now, legislation is moving in Virginia to remove access to state lists but maintain local lists available through the local courts.
“Every person who applies for a concealed carry permit understands that their application is a matter of public record,” says Senator Roscoe Reynolds.
Senator Reynolds says Virginians can carry their guns openly without getting a permit if privacy is so important to them.
Right. If you feel the need the carry a gun for safety but want to maintain your personal privacy, just carry openly. Good call, Senator Reynolds. The article doesn’t say, but he’s a Democrat.
Like you didn’t know that from what he said.
Tags: VA
