OK Who OC's in NC? - Page 2

ASSA9 · May 24th, 2009, 12:24 AM

I'm in Charlotte and no, I don't OC.
There are just too many poeple that would be freaked out by it
and thats why I got my CCL years ago.

IronMike · May 25th, 2009, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Bunny

AA--

Now that I'm officially permown my gunitted to , I have only 2 choices: 1) Don't carry at all, or 2) Open Carry till the CC permit comes through in oh...60-120 days. I'm in Lake Norman, but I'd be happy to hang out and OC with you and Enfd250. (we can all go to the range in Iredell afterwards!)

Plus, if I'm going to OC, I'd rather not do it alone. Not the first time, at least.

--Bunny

Bunny, Inless thangs is differant in your county the permit is just to purchase a heater,you could always own and carry in NC

AllAmerican · May 25th, 2009, 06:20 PM

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Originally Posted by purpledragon

I don't OC (I'm in Monroe), but I have seen several folks doing so in Union County.

Good to know. My wife has her permit and also works in Monroe. She has been carrying more and more lately.

Ill give Union a try soon and see how it goes.

Bunny · May 25th, 2009, 07:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IronMike

Bunny, Inless thangs is differant in your county the permit is just to purchase a heater,you could always own and carry in NC

I thought I couldn't own w/o a purchase permit? (Well, it's not like anyone's gonna GIVE me one, I had to buy one, so it's moot, I guess.) I knew OC was legal here though. I'm just too scaredy-cat to try it. At least on my own.

Der Alte · May 25th, 2009, 07:16 PM

All-American, don't think I would open carry in Wal Mart. All of them that I am familiar with will ask you to leave - failure to do so will result in trespassing charges. They will even tell people when their concealed carry is showing. I'm like most of the members here - I like it concealed and don't want to advertize.

Landric · May 26th, 2009, 09:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Bunny

I thought I couldn't own w/o a purchase permit? (Well, it's not like anyone's gonna GIVE me one, I had to buy one, so it's moot, I guess.) I knew OC was legal here though. I'm just too scaredy-cat to try it. At least on my own.

NC law requires a purchase permit for any exchange of handgun between a business and purchaser, or any private transfer (sale or not). Of course failing to comply with the law puts the penalty on the seller (or giver) not the transferee. No permit is required to own a handgun. For instance, if someone moves to North Carolina from Virginia, there is no requirement that the new NC resident obtain a purchase permit for all the handguns he or she owns.

Bunny · May 26th, 2009, 11:51 AM

Right, sorry, let me clarify (IronMike told me my post was confusing)

*I* can not own a handgun unless I buy one. I didn't previously own one, no one bequeathed me one, I haven't won one yet, and I can't seem to find any just lying around...so I have to buy one.

Since I live where I do, in order to buy one, I have to get a purchase permit.

Once I own one, then technically (duh) I will have one in my possession and therefore may carry. In NC, since we have open carry, that's my only option until the CC paperwork comes through.

I meant my situation in particular, not as a general NC resident rule or anything. Sorry for the confusion. Yes, I know you don't need a permit to own, but since I need to buy to own and need a permit to buy, it works out that I need a permit before I can own. Again, sorry for not being clear :)

AllAmerican · May 26th, 2009, 05:30 PM

What am I missing here. You mean if I want to buy a handgun in NC The state has to give me permission to buy one? WTH is that all about?

Who signs your permission slip? What does it say? Mrs Bunny has my permission to buy a gun today?

That is crapola....

Bunny · May 26th, 2009, 07:25 PM

I had to get a purchase permit from MCSO.

It basically says "I, Sheriff blah blah...find this applicant not to be in violation of anything in state law by having her buy/own a gun, blah blah...demonstrated to be of good moral character, blah...signed this day, yadda yadda."

Bunny · May 26th, 2009, 07:27 PM

Here, straight from the website of Meck Co. SO:

General Information

Learning the laws regulating the use of firearms is a must for responsible ownership. Local regulations differ and laws vary from state to state. Citizens must check with the jurisdiction where the gun is to be used. Generally, laws require the following:

Permits to buy handguns in North Carolina can be obtained from the county sheriff (or, in 10 counties, the clerk of superior court). In Mecklenburg County it is the Sheriff's Office.

The office hours to fill out a handgun purchase permit are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Cost is $5.00.

Anyone wishing to use the service should come to the Gun Permits Bureau Office which is located at 715 E. Fourth St., Suite 200. The building is across the street from the current Criminal Courthouse and behind the historic Mecklenburg County Courthouse, slightly below street level.

Guns must be carried in plain view. Guns must not be carried in a pocket, purse, under a car seat or in any other concealed manner unless you have a concealed handgun permit.

The North Carolina General Assembly enacted a concealed handgun law that allows qualifying citizens of North Carolina the opportunity to obtain a permit to carry a concealed handgun. This law became effective on December 1, 1995, and requires that the permit be secured from the sheriff of the permit holder's county of residence.

Gaining competency with firearms is like learning to drive a car or fly an airplane. You need expert instruction and practice. There is no shortcut. If you are not willing to invest the time and effort to become competent, then having a firearm and trying to use it can, in many instances, be more hazardous than any impending threat.

Storage of firearms and ammunition presents a unique responsibility. Children may see weapons as toys, and thieves view them as a tool for crime or an item that can be sold for quick profit. Keep all firearms locked away in a secure place.

May 24th, 2009, 12:24 AM	#11
ASSA9 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: NC. Posts: 598	I'm in Charlotte and no, I don't OC. There are just too many poeple that would be freaked out by it and thats why I got my CCL years ago. __________________ Ronald Reagan "Before I refuse to take your questions, I have an opening statement." "When you can't make them see the light, make them feel the heat."

May 25th, 2009, 07:16 PM	#15
Der Alte Distinguished Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Goldsboro, NC Posts: 1,230	All-American, don't think I would open carry in Wal Mart. All of them that I am familiar with will ask you to leave - failure to do so will result in trespassing charges. They will even tell people when their concealed carry is showing. I'm like most of the members here - I like it concealed and don't want to advertize. __________________ Its a shame that youth is wasted on the young.

May 26th, 2009, 11:51 AM	#17
Bunny Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: North Carolina - LKN Posts: 1,198	Right, sorry, let me clarify (IronMike told me my post was confusing) I can not own a handgun unless I buy one. I didn't previously own one, no one bequeathed me one, I haven't won one yet, and I can't seem to find any just lying around...so I have to buy one. Since I live where I do, in order to buy one, I have to get a purchase permit. Once I own one, then technically (duh) I will have one in my possession and therefore may carry. In NC, since we have open carry, that's my only option until the CC paperwork comes through. I meant my situation in particular, not as a general NC resident rule or anything. Sorry for the confusion. Yes, I know you don't need a permit to own, but since I need to buy to own and need a permit to buy, it works out that I need a permit before I can own. Again, sorry for not being clear :) __________________ Don't frisk me, I am the weapon. Sig Sauer P239 DAK (9mm) NRA Member & Pistol Instructor www.vanguardnc.com

May 26th, 2009, 05:30 PM	#18
AllAmerican VIP Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Chesterfield, Kakalaki del Sur Posts: 2,401	What am I missing here. You mean if I want to buy a handgun in NC The state has to give me permission to buy one? WTH is that all about? Who signs your permission slip? What does it say? Mrs Bunny has my permission to buy a gun today? That is crapola.... __________________ My Music: www.reverbnation.com/dickiefredericks New tunes added. "The Double Tap Center Mass Boogie. Learn it, know it, love it, shoot it. Good guys should live, bad guys not so much. " - Ted Nugent 09

May 26th, 2009, 07:25 PM	#19
Bunny Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: North Carolina - LKN Posts: 1,198	I had to get a purchase permit from MCSO. It basically says "I, Sheriff blah blah...find this applicant not to be in violation of anything in state law by having her buy/own a gun, blah blah...demonstrated to be of good moral character, blah...signed this day, yadda yadda." __________________ Don't frisk me, I am the weapon. Sig Sauer P239 DAK (9mm) NRA Member & Pistol Instructor www.vanguardnc.com

May 26th, 2009, 07:27 PM	#20
Bunny Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: North Carolina - LKN Posts: 1,198	Here, straight from the website of Meck Co. SO: General Information Learning the laws regulating the use of firearms is a must for responsible ownership. Local regulations differ and laws vary from state to state. Citizens must check with the jurisdiction where the gun is to be used. Generally, laws require the following: Permits to buy handguns in North Carolina can be obtained from the county sheriff (or, in 10 counties, the clerk of superior court). In Mecklenburg County it is the Sheriff's Office. The office hours to fill out a handgun purchase permit are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Cost is $5.00. Anyone wishing to use the service should come to the Gun Permits Bureau Office which is located at 715 E. Fourth St., Suite 200. The building is across the street from the current Criminal Courthouse and behind the historic Mecklenburg County Courthouse, slightly below street level. Guns must be carried in plain view. Guns must not be carried in a pocket, purse, under a car seat or in any other concealed manner unless you have a concealed handgun permit. The North Carolina General Assembly enacted a concealed handgun law that allows qualifying citizens of North Carolina the opportunity to obtain a permit to carry a concealed handgun. This law became effective on December 1, 1995, and requires that the permit be secured from the sheriff of the permit holder's county of residence. Gaining competency with firearms is like learning to drive a car or fly an airplane. You need expert instruction and practice. There is no shortcut. If you are not willing to invest the time and effort to become competent, then having a firearm and trying to use it can, in many instances, be more hazardous than any impending threat. Storage of firearms and ammunition presents a unique responsibility. Children may see weapons as toys, and thieves view them as a tool for crime or an item that can be sold for quick profit. Keep all firearms locked away in a secure place. __________________ Don't frisk me, I am the weapon. Sig Sauer P239 DAK (9mm) NRA Member & Pistol Instructor www.vanguardnc.com

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