CypherPunk
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- Apr 6, 2012
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Ok, I'm still concerned by mixed guidance being given by DC about carry in restaurants that serve alcohol.
I know that the law's details have been posted here before apparently showing it was OK to carry in a restaurant as long as you where not drinking, but the posted FAQ bluntly states "On premises where alcohol is served".
This could lead to problems with the public and police not knowing the law and needlessly harassing people.
From the FAQ:
Q: Can those who do hold a concealed-carry permit in the District carry them anywhere in the
city, at any time?
A: No. Similar to the time, place, and manner restrictions on the exercise of First Amendment
rights, there are certain limitations on the times and places where a permit holder may carry a
concealed handgun in the District. Permit holders cannot carry their handguns:
• While they are consuming alcohol or are otherwise impaired;
• In a District government building;
• On the grounds of childcare facility, public or private school or university;
• At a hospital or medical/mental health office;
• At a penal institute, secure juvenile facility, or halfway house;
• At a polling place while voting is occurring;
• On public transportation, including in Metro stations;
• On premises where alcohol is served;
• At a stadium or arena;
• At a gathering or special event open to the public;
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You need to attend the required training provided by a competent instructor. Then you would understand and not have any concerns.
Geo. Lyon is one, I am another.
Register for my D.C. AND Maryland combined Permit training class here, or just the D.C. Law portion (2 hrs)
www.regonline.com/DCCCL