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Bogus

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I don't think local ordinances can supersede state law on this matter.

That is how it has been explained to me... but I was also told to print out these laws and carry them with me in case I ever needed them.
 
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Thanks. Thought I read once that some places may have had an anti carry law in place before the OC was passed and theirs would stay in place
 
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Bogus said:
I don't think local ordinances can supersede state law on this matter.

That is how it has been explained to me... but I was also told to print out these laws and carry them with me in case I ever needed them.
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See RS 40:1796. Local laws restricting weapons carry in place before July 15, 1985 are not preempted by state law.

LOCAL has a list of several relevant statutes, court decisions, and AG opinions regarding open carry. You can Google the statute references, or go directly to the Louisiana Legislature Search and search/browse for the statutes.

Remember, it's your butt on the line when you carry, so do your own research and don't rely on any layman's opinion (including mine). :)
 
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4angrybadgers said:
Remember, it's your butt on the line when you carry, so do your own research and don't rely on any layman's opinion (including mine). :)
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I'm always amused by folks who don't want to do their own legal research regarding these matters. They'll say "stupid_idiot" at this or that website gave me bad advice ... while they are sitting in prison.
 
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I'm always amused by folks who don't want to do their own legal research regarding these matters. They'll say "stupid_idiot" at this or that website gave me bad advice ... while they are sitting in prison.
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I suspect that part of it is the perception that "only lawyers can understand laws". I used to think that, until I actually dug into Louisiana and Mississippi laws regarding firearms carry, justifiable use of deadly force, etc. Now I find it fun to deconstruct a statute and tease out the meaning. :)
 
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davidmcbeth said:
I'm always amused by folks who don't want to do their own legal research regarding these matters. They'll say "stupid_idiot" at this or that website gave me bad advice ... while they are sitting in prison.
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I'm always amazed at folks that post their opinions instead of answering what was asked. It could be that some are just looking to be pointed in the right direction so they can do their own research.

I think 4angerybadgers got it. Thanks.
 
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Would this still be legit considering your latest change to your state constitution? I would think that any restriction would be put under the microscope (strict construction means that there has to be some very strong public purpose to the restriction...I would think carry in a secure area of a jail or courthouse might fit, but not much else.
 
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hermannr said:
Would this still be legit considering your latest change to your state constitution? I would think that any restriction would be put under the microscope (strict construction means that there has to be some very strong public purpose to the restriction...I would think carry in a secure area of a jail or courthouse might fit, but not much else.
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Propsed change... it will be on the ballot this November.
 
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davidmcbeth said:
I'm always amused by folks who don't want to do their own legal research regarding these matters. They'll say "stupid_idiot" at this or that website gave me bad advice ... while they are sitting in prison.
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Not being a resident of Louisiana, where better to start research in laws on firearms than this site. I found this response because I am looking for the laws of your fair state and this is a good place to start.
 
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Even with the constitutional amendment adopted it would be unwise to simply ignore existing laws. Civil plaintiff is a more pleasant position from which to challenge the law than criminal defendant.
 
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again sorry for the double post, I will work on my forum etiquette, as you call it...and thanks for the information. I am sure I will have many more questions come up as I open carry more and more often.
 
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