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b1ack5mith wrote:
when you type in opencarry.org, look at the top of the map, and select "Age to OC map" under utah, it says 21... did they change it? or is this a mistake?
There are several ways to look at this. In the first place, I can find NO specific language in statute on minimum age to carry a gun in Utah.
However, the only way to legally, OC a fully loaded gun in Utah is with a weapons permits. Minimum age for that is 21.
"Israeli" Open Carry is legal--other than in school zones, including 1000' from school property--for anyone who can legally possess a firearm. In Utah, those 18 and older can legally possess a handgun. Those 14 to 18 years of age can legally possess a handgun WITH the prior permission of their parents or guardians. Those under 14 can legally possess a firearm ONLY when accompanies by a parent or guardian (or perhaps other adult designee). Since it is logically impossible to legally OC if one cannot be legally in possession of the gun in the first place, these other ages might also be a factor.
I'd say the age at which OC is "legal" in Utah depends greatly on what you mean by "OC." If OCDO has set a consistent standard of reporting on the minimum age for fully loaded OC, then 21 is the correct age for Utah and Utah is correctly reported as a "Licensed OC State" rather than a Gold Medal OC State.
My personal opinion is that this is probably the most logical and consistent way to report on a snap shot or comparative type page. I trust we will see some of these additional details made available as the OCDO format changes and enlarges a bit.
Charles