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St. Joe News - Open carry becoming common in St. Joseph, Missouri

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http://www.stjoenews.net/news/2010/mar/14/purchasing-while-packing

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Two other corporations that maintain stores in St. Joseph expressed similar stances.

“The Home Depot does not prohibit anyone who is legally permitted to carry firearms from entering our stores, provided the firearms are carried in compliance with applicable laws and regulations,” said Jen King, a company spokeswoman.

Best Buy spokesman Justin Barber said the consumer technology chain also conforms to local and state laws regarding open-carry firearms. Mr. Barber had no other comment.

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Tim Hatfield, owner of Hatfield’s Sporting Goods, said it’s best for someone to check with local and state laws for compliance before taking a weapon into a business.

“So long as it conforms to the letter of the law, it’s not illegal,” he said.
 
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