Wednesday, July 17, 2013

Helpful Information About Wisconsin Concealed Carry Laws

Helpful Information About Wisconsin Concealed Carry Laws


by Tonia Merritt


Wisconsin concealed carry laws have been recently enacted that expand the rights of people to use firearms. For those who want to use a firearm to defend themselves, the first step is to educate themselves about these new regulations. Fortunately, it is not difficult to learn exactly what the law demands of those seeking to obtain a permit.

A simple method to become informed about the regulations is to read about the law on the state government web pages. For example, you can find out what the minimum age is to obtain a permit. You can learn if a person with a criminal record can get a permit. You can find out what the training and education requirements are.

The application process ought to be taken very seriously. It is a crime to deliberately give false information on an application. If you are unsure about a question on the application, contact the appropriate state agency to get the correct answer. Take care to follow the rules exactly. Your failure to follow the law could result in your application being denied. You could actually be criminally prosecuted under certain circumstances.

The right of citizens to bear arms is provided in the Second Amendment to the United States Constitution. This amendment is very brief but, nevertheless, it is understood in different ways. Some constitutional law scholars believe that the amendment means that the states can form armed militia, which must be well regulated. On the other hand, others interpret the second amendment as providing that every person has the right to have a firearm.

Notwithstanding one's political views regarding an individual's right to own a firearm, it is important to thoroughly understand what the state law is. It is incumbent upon the gun owner to understand their obligations as well as their rights. If a gun owner is not truthful and law abiding, they may lose the precious right to carry a firearm.

There are many gun shops, shooting ranges, and rifle clubs where interested parties can get training. It is important to be well trained if you are going to own a gun. It can be dangerous for you and for others to not fully understand the laws regarding self-defense. The bottom line is guns must be used responsibly. The proper education regarding your responsibilities as a gun owner are a crucial aspect to these laws working the way society intended.

There are various reasons why a person might want to own a gun. Hunting is a big part of American life so people want to own guns so they can hunt. Target shooting is a popular past time. More and more, people are buying firearms to defend themselves and their families. Some people feel that they can protect themselves from criminals if they brandish a firearm. Whatever a person's reasons are for having a gun, gun owners have an obligation to use the weapon in a responsible manner.

Wisconsin concealed carry laws have changed recently to allow more individuals to obtain the necessary permits. For these laws to have a positive effect on society, gun owners must comply with the laws. Otherwise, there could be a backlash which could restrict gun rights.




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