March 10, 2014
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More Concealed Guns Permitted

C. Harold Pierce / el Don
C. Harold Pierce / el Don

By: Joanna Meza

Concealed carry weapon permits may be easier to acquire in Orange County.

The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled last month that residents have the right to carry a gun without demonstrating a special need for eligibility.

Personal safety is important, however having armed citizens isn’t safe. Tempers fly and people are sometimes irrational. No matter how much training C.C.W. permit holders undergo, high-stress situations could trigger fury and mistakes. Leave the firearms with the police.

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