Email I got this morning
Mr. Fauntleroy,
We received your letter and acknowledge your concerns. After reviewing your letter, it is my understanding that you felt the Deputies had no right to detain, and disarm you. Under LA CCRP 215.1 a law enforcement officer has the right to stop a person in a public place who he reasonably suspects is committing, has committed, or is about to commit an offense. The officer can demand the persons name, address, and an explanation of his actions. It also states that if the officer finds a dangerous weapon, he may take and keep it until the completion of the questioning. The Louisiana Constitution does state the following; "The right of each citizen to keep and bear arms shall not be abridged, but this provision shall not prevent the passage of laws to prohibit the carrying of weapons concealed on the person. My recommendation to you is that you apply for a concealed hangun permit if you plan on carrying your weapon openly on a regular basis. If not, there is a good chance you will be stopped and questioned on a regular basis. One of the reasons for this is due to the fact that the law prohibits certain individuals from carrying a weapon. Law enforcement has no way of knowing if that person is restricted or not unless they stop question and run that subject. I will speak with the Deputy in order to see if in fact he understands the state Constitution regarding to the above matter. I hope this answers any questions you might have had.
Captain J. Snell
Internal Affairs
