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LEO CCW Privelages

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Ok, so I know that there is a law that allows LEO's to carry in all 50 states. I'm wondering what the details are, though. Can they only carry concealed, or could a LEO theoretically carry openly, say, in DC? What about places that are off limits by state law? In VA, you can't carry concealed where alcohol is served, but can a LEO? Or what about a state where you can't carry on school grounds?

Does that make sense? lol
 
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HR 218

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The new Federal law exempts qualified off-duty police officers from the application of state law. For example, a qualified off-duty officer is allowed to carry a concealed weapon in a public area but must follow the regulations imposed at federal buildings, schools, airports, etc.
 
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DreQo wrote:
Ok, so I know that there is a law that allows LEO's to carry in all 50 states. I'm wondering what the details are, though. Can they only carry concealed, or could a LEO theoretically carry openly, say, in DC? What about places that are off limits by state law? In VA, you can't carry concealed where alcohol is served, but can a LEO? Or what about a state where you can't carry on school grounds?

Does that make sense? lol
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HR 218 (LEOSA) allows concealed carry only. It preempts all state laws except (1) permit private persons or entities to prohibit or restrict the possession of concealed firearms on their property; or (2) prohibit or restrict the possession of firearms on any State or local government property, installation, building, base, or park." This does not mean that LEOSA-qualified persons are prohibited from carrying concealed firearms in such areas, but only that they must obey whatever state laws apply on those two points. They are free to disregard all other state and local laws that govern the carrying of concealed firearms.

As far as sense making goes...I can't answer that. Personally I think it's great and I also think it's an important milestone in allow the general populace to carry across the country.
 
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Ok, that clears things up for the most part. Since it covers concealed carry only, I'm assuming that means that if, for instance, they go into a bar in NC where you cannot carry period, they could carry concealed, but not openly? I mean, could they honestly get in legal trouble for not concealing?

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As far as sense making goes...I can't answer that. Personally I think it's great and I also think it's an important milestone in allow the general populace to carry across the country.
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When I asked if it made sense, I meant did my question make sense :Dbut you do bring up a good point. I don't know if I agree with you about it being a step in the right direction. The police are essentially the only ones that enforce the unconstitutional laws that currently exist. I firmly believe that a good part of the reason the LEO Safety Act exists is to do them a favor and keep them from realizing how horrible some of the laws they enforce trulyare.
 
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Most LEOs if not all would prefer to NOTOC and would rather CC.

A LEO does NOT want to draw attention to himself as the OC community can testify happens when theyOC.

A LEO would rather catch a bad guy rather and OC and scare them away only to commit a crime down the street.
 
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LEO 229 wrote:
Most LEOs if not all would prefer to NOTOC and would rather CC.

A LEO does NOT want to draw attention to himself as the OC community can testify happens when theyOC.

A LEO would rather catch a bad guy rather and OC and scare them away only to commit a crime down the street.
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K, well I didn't ask what they prefer to do. I'm asking what the scope of their privileges are.
 
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DreQo wrote:
LEO 229 wrote:
Most LEOs if not all would prefer to NOTOC and would rather CC.

A LEO does NOT want to draw attention to himself as the OC community can testify happens when theyOC.

A LEO would rather catch a bad guy rather and OC and scare them away only to commit a crime down the street.
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K, well I didn't ask what they prefer to do. I'm asking what the scope of their privileges are.
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If you read what was provided... your answer is there... they can CC only!!

If they wanted they could OC in states that allowed it if retired of if the department did not require them to CC.
 
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LEO 229 wrote:
DreQo wrote:
LEO 229 wrote:
Most LEOs if not all would prefer to NOTOC and would rather CC.

A LEO does NOT want to draw attention to himself as the OC community can testify happens when theyOC.

A LEO would rather catch a bad guy rather and OC and scare them away only to commit a crime down the street.
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K, well I didn't ask what they prefer to do. I'm asking what the scope of their privileges are.
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If you read what was provided... your answer is there... they can CC only!!

If they wanted they could OC in states that allowed it if retired of if the department did not require them to CC.
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So if a LEO conceals in an area that is normally off limits, and his weapon is seen by someone, then it's not concealed anymore. At this point, has he broken the law?
 
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DreQo wrote:
So if a LEO conceals in an area that is normally off limits, and his weapon is seen by someone, then it's not concealed anymore. At this point, has he broken the law?
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No.. Having it concealed and unintentionallydisplaying it for a brief momentwould not be a crime.

He would have to intentionally walk around with it openly displayed.

If a state banned OC and he wilfully did so I suspect he could be charged. HR218 only permits CC at any time where allowed.
 
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irfner wrote:
So if the police come knocking on my door can I tell themI do not allow firearms on my property to come back without them?
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It depends.

If they are there to ask for your assistance... sure! You can tell them to leave and come back unarmed. I am sure they will not.

If they are not looking for your assistance and are looking to arrest you... They will leave.. but with you first and disarm at the jail before having you booked.

If they are there investigating a crime or a possible life threatening event or call for help they are not going to be going anywhere. You will have to endure them being armed on your property.
 
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I just sent a E-Mail off to the areas I will be vacationing at this summer, PA, and NC.

I asked them about LEO and OC vs CC

Still waiting on a reply

The reason I asked was in case I forget to un-tuck my shirt, or was just relaxing, and someone saw my gun for more than just a few seconds.

I'm so used to CC in public, and OC at home, that sometimes I start to leave the house, or guest come by, and I forget I even have one on.

(I know, forget isn't the right word, but you know what I mean)
 
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tracylaud83 wrote:
I just sent a E-Mail off to the areas I will be vacationing at this summer, PA, and NC.

I asked them about LEO and OC vs CC

Still waiting on a reply

The reason I asked was in case I forget to un-tuck my shirt, or was just relaxing, and someone saw my gun for more than just a few seconds.

I'm so used to CC in public, and OC at home, that sometimes I start to leave the house, or guest come by, and I forget I even have one on.

(I know, forget isn't the right word, but you know what I mean)
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At best... If you did CC and your gun was exposed... the citizen couldcall the police and have you checked out.

No suspect that no law is broken if you have a valid CC permit or are covered by HR218.
 
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