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Originally Posted by dksuddeth
PA does not require a permit at all to carry a handgun openly, except in Philadelphia. You can carry while hiking without a problem, just check your states firearms code so you can be aware of what places you would be prohibited from carrying a handgun.
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This is very interesting to me.. So I could basically get a holster and gun and wear it openly in PA, providing it was outside a prohibited area? The police wouldn't stop me, and even if they did, I'd be fine? Also, what areas are generally prohibited? Is the list long or brief?
If this is true, I am surprised that more people aren't doing it..
Also, is this a recent change, or has it been like this for awhile?
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You are welcome for the information. If I may make a suggestion about your bias, instead of relying on news media and slanted view points try gaining knowledge of both sides of the issue. Many people simply look at the numerous reports of gun violence and decide that people shouldn't carry. There are many more people that carry within the law and don't break the law.
Good Luck
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My bias is based heavily on my upbringing and the views/beliefs of my parents. The fact that a carry permit isn't even required in PA will blow my dad's mind when I tell him, as he has always seemed to assume that a permit was certainly required, and had very tight restrictions. He and I were both very misled in that we thought only those in law enforcement and related jobs could legally carry firearms.
I generally tend to be very open to all views on a particular issue before entering it, and this is primarily why I don't debate/discuss the gun issue heavily with people. Being ignorant while attempting to intelligently discuss any topic is a trait I really dislike in people, and thus I tend to try quite hard to avoid doing it myself.
Again, many thanks for the replies. This thread has been very enlightening for me.