Criminal Consequences of Violating the Concealed Carry Act
The Second Amendment to the U.S. Constitution gives American citizens the right to keep and bear arms. However, that right is not unconditional. Federal, state and local governments also have the right to regulate the use of firearms in accordance with public safety. Last year, after an appellate court ruled on the constitutional question, Illinois became the last state in the nation to enact concealed carry legislation. Under the new law, state residents may apply for concealed carry permits. Applicants...
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