OC in Rowan County, NC - Page 2

chiefjason · September 30th, 2009, 01:26 AM

Found it.

Sec. 11-134. Prohibition on display of small handguns.
(a) No person shall display, on any street, sidewalk, alley or other public property any handgun which is easily and ordinarily carried concealed.
(b) For purposes of this article, the term "handgun which is easily and ordinarily carried concealed" shall mean any handgun or other firearm with an overall length of less than six (6) inches; provided, however, that in the case of a handgun or firearm that does not have a handgrip, this term shall mean any such handgun or firearm with an overall length of less than eight (8) inches.

entire code here.

http://www.municode.com/Resources/ga...d=19952&sid=33

G27owner · October 1st, 2009, 07:48 PM

Ok... see now I'm really confused! Is it legal or not? To be honest i highly doubt I will actually open carry as I am sure it can indeed call for the wrong attention when bumping into the wrong "soccer mom" for example. I am planning on taking Concealed Carry classes sometime in the next two weeks or so and for the time being, till i recieve my permit, i simply wanna know what are my carrying options and if anybody would advise AGAINST open carry. I just wanna feel safe... nothing wrong with that. I own my glock 27 for defensive purposes, not offensive

chiefjason · October 2nd, 2009, 07:29 AM

Chapel Hill and Cary have some goofy provisions if you are carrying on public property, ie sidewalk, road, etc. State law rules on private property though, ie stores, restaurants, etc.

And yes it is confusing, that's why I suggest you do the research and decide for yourself. Don't OC if you are not comfortable doing it. The CCP is good to have regardless, makes OC easier actually.

The key is that OC is not illegal in NC. You may get hassled by folks who don't know that. They may be LEO. I have not experienced that yet and have OC'd quite a bit.

G27owner · October 2nd, 2009, 08:09 PM

Thanks for the information! I can understand how a CCP can make it easier. I'll definitely proceed with getting my CCP. Maybe next weekend

Stoble · October 8th, 2009, 12:35 AM

As I learn about other state's CCW laws, I have found N.C. (all though I love her) is one of the most strict states to carry in. Guys in other states will discuss carrying in places that are illegal in N.C. You are asking for advice so I am sharing my thoughts. I personally never see anyone OC here. Gun on hip means LEO here. If you want to study the law and be able to argue it here more power to you. Since it is not really seen here I would guess it is so complicated to do it comfortably that people reframe. I don't think most people in N.C. will understand OC unless they assume you are a LEO. Being a resident for 48 years is where I am sharing from. Do as you like but if you are going to a party and you are the only one naked, you might not feel real relaxed for that evening.

chiefjason · October 9th, 2009, 10:08 AM

Do it all the time. OC'd 3 places Tue with my daughter. No problems. You'd be amazed how FEW people notice. Work too much to OC outside of my days off, except gas stations and maybe Walmart. OC as often as I can.

Random · October 9th, 2009, 11:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nn

The discussion was good; but, there is Chapel Hill NC do not open carry there.

I'd probably avoid Durham and Cary, too.

Rhino1965 · October 18th, 2009, 02:35 PM

In talking to local LEO a year or so ago I asked him the same question. I am Cabarrus County. His 1st response to me was do you have a CCW? I amswered "yes". His response was carry concealed within the law and you will have no hassles....

October 1st, 2009, 07:48 PM	#12
G27owner Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Rowan County, North Carolina Posts: 16	Ok... see now I'm really confused! Is it legal or not? To be honest i highly doubt I will actually open carry as I am sure it can indeed call for the wrong attention when bumping into the wrong "soccer mom" for example. I am planning on taking Concealed Carry classes sometime in the next two weeks or so and for the time being, till i recieve my permit, i simply wanna know what are my carrying options and if anybody would advise AGAINST open carry. I just wanna feel safe... nothing wrong with that. I own my glock 27 for defensive purposes, not offensive __________________ "Shotgun bullets are bad for your health" -Ice Cube

October 2nd, 2009, 08:09 PM	#14
G27owner Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Rowan County, North Carolina Posts: 16	Thanks for the information! I can understand how a CCP can make it easier. I'll definitely proceed with getting my CCP. Maybe next weekend __________________ "Shotgun bullets are bad for your health" -Ice Cube

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September 30th, 2009, 01:26 AM	#11
chiefjason Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hickory, NC Posts: 231	Found it. Sec. 11-134. Prohibition on display of small handguns. (a) No person shall display, on any street, sidewalk, alley or other public property any handgun which is easily and ordinarily carried concealed. (b) For purposes of this article, the term "handgun which is easily and ordinarily carried concealed" shall mean any handgun or other firearm with an overall length of less than six (6) inches; provided, however, that in the case of a handgun or firearm that does not have a handgrip, this term shall mean any such handgun or firearm with an overall length of less than eight (8) inches. entire code here. http://www.municode.com/Resources/ga...d=19952&sid=33

October 2nd, 2009, 07:29 AM	#13
chiefjason Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hickory, NC Posts: 231	Chapel Hill and Cary have some goofy provisions if you are carrying on public property, ie sidewalk, road, etc. State law rules on private property though, ie stores, restaurants, etc. And yes it is confusing, that's why I suggest you do the research and decide for yourself. Don't OC if you are not comfortable doing it. The CCP is good to have regardless, makes OC easier actually. The key is that OC is not illegal in NC. You may get hassled by folks who don't know that. They may be LEO. I have not experienced that yet and have OC'd quite a bit.

October 8th, 2009, 12:35 AM	#15
Stoble Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: NC Posts: 34	As I learn about other state's CCW laws, I have found N.C. (all though I love her) is one of the most strict states to carry in. Guys in other states will discuss carrying in places that are illegal in N.C. You are asking for advice so I am sharing my thoughts. I personally never see anyone OC here. Gun on hip means LEO here. If you want to study the law and be able to argue it here more power to you. Since it is not really seen here I would guess it is so complicated to do it comfortably that people reframe. I don't think most people in N.C. will understand OC unless they assume you are a LEO. Being a resident for 48 years is where I am sharing from. Do as you like but if you are going to a party and you are the only one naked, you might not feel real relaxed for that evening.

October 9th, 2009, 10:08 AM	#16
chiefjason Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hickory, NC Posts: 231	Do it all the time. OC'd 3 places Tue with my daughter. No problems. You'd be amazed how FEW people notice. Work too much to OC outside of my days off, except gas stations and maybe Walmart. OC as often as I can.

October 18th, 2009, 02:35 PM	#18
Rhino1965 Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: North Carolina Posts: 42	In talking to local LEO a year or so ago I asked him the same question. I am Cabarrus County. His 1st response to me was do you have a CCW? I amswered "yes". His response was carry concealed within the law and you will have no hassles....