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Originally Posted by markd4life
Dude, thought we were trying to have a conversation...why the name calling?
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You're right. I apologize for going that route. Allow me to rephrase and restate:
1) You have stated that you live in a CC state, though often carry a concealed weapon without a permit. I assume you are like me, in that you carry because you acknowledge the fact that you might someday need to defend yourself with deadly force. If you are preparing for that possibility, you need to be aware that you will have to produce a CC permit should you every have to draw your weapon.
Even if you don't ever have to use your weapon, illegally carrying a concealed weapon is an unnecessary risk when your state issues CC permits. You may not agree with laws requiring you to obtain a permit to carry concealed. If thats the case, I would advise you take it up with your elected officials. Your objections to current laws or concerns about "privacy" will do nothing to protect you from legal repercussions.
Long story short: for whatever reason, you are in violation of the law by carrying a concealed weapon without a permit. If you get caught, you can expect to be charged with "possession of a deadly weapon." The penalties vary by state. Some treat it as a Class 1-2 misdemeanor. Others treat it as a felony. A conviction usually brings a sentence of anywhere from 6 months to 3 years. If you get get convicted of a felony, you forfeit your right to own a firearm.
2) When you say you own unregistered firearms, I am assuming that you are legally permitted to own an firearm and that said firearms were obtained through a private sale. No worries there, though you should check out your local laws to make sure.
3) Your statement that "nobody knows I have firearms and illegally carry them concealed" needs to be re-evaluated. Your anonymity is an illusion. You admitted to violating the law in an online public form in a post-Patriot Act world. My only advice is that you make an immediate effort to ensure your actions and your firearms are in full compliance with local, state and federal laws.