Fred Kenpo
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I am fortunate enough to live in Oregon, where open carry is legal (although cities can require that you have a concealed carry license before you open carry!?). A concealed handgun license (not a permit) can be issued to any citizen over 21 who passes a background check, consents to being fingerprinted, and (initially) have 2 character references. I also live close to the California border, where open carry of an unloaded handgun is the only legal way to do so. I'm pleased with the movement, and want to say that it may be the only way to protect our rights in the upcoming Obaminable Years. Interested to hear of any suggestions for handling LEO encounters, either in Oregon or California. The Oregon Firearms Federation recounted an incident in the Portland area where, appareny, licensees are in a Total Information System. He didn't volunteer that he was carrying, and before he knew it, five police cars were summoned for the "routine" traffic violation. Due to the OFF, the incident resolved itself well. (I also live where the school teacher wanted to carry in schools). Thanks for listening and keep the faith!
I am fortunate enough to live in Oregon, where open carry is legal (although cities can require that you have a concealed carry license before you open carry!?). A concealed handgun license (not a permit) can be issued to any citizen over 21 who passes a background check, consents to being fingerprinted, and (initially) have 2 character references. I also live close to the California border, where open carry of an unloaded handgun is the only legal way to do so. I'm pleased with the movement, and want to say that it may be the only way to protect our rights in the upcoming Obaminable Years. Interested to hear of any suggestions for handling LEO encounters, either in Oregon or California. The Oregon Firearms Federation recounted an incident in the Portland area where, appareny, licensees are in a Total Information System. He didn't volunteer that he was carrying, and before he knew it, five police cars were summoned for the "routine" traffic violation. Due to the OFF, the incident resolved itself well. (I also live where the school teacher wanted to carry in schools). Thanks for listening and keep the faith!