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Tuesday, June 29, 2010
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Thursday, February 25, 2010
New Utah Gun Brandishing Law!
The "Brandishing Bill" passed the Utah state senate yesterday afternoon by unanimous vote!
Correction: **It must now go back to the house for approval of the senate version of the bill.**
This clarification of Utah law spells out a citizen's right to inform someone that they are carrying, display the weapon, and even threaten them with it, under certain circumstances, if they believe that doing so is necessary to prevent someone else's unlawful use of force.
Good bill. Good Utah.
http://le.utah.gov/~2010/bills/hbillint/hb0078s03.htm
Correction: **It must now go back to the house for approval of the senate version of the bill.**
This clarification of Utah law spells out a citizen's right to inform someone that they are carrying, display the weapon, and even threaten them with it, under certain circumstances, if they believe that doing so is necessary to prevent someone else's unlawful use of force.
Good bill. Good Utah.
http://le.utah.gov/~2010/bills/hbillint/hb0078s03.htm
Friday, January 29, 2010
Homeowner Shoots Intruder
The "Homeowner Shoots Intruder" link has expired, sorry folks!
Here's another story that validates the practice of treating every firearm as if it's loaded:
Skycap Injured in Accidental Shooting
Here's another story that validates the practice of treating every firearm as if it's loaded:
Skycap Injured in Accidental Shooting
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Careful with Handloaded Ammo!
Please make sure you're using factory loaded ammunition or reloads from a trusted source. What happened below was the result of a reloader pushing the limits of the recommended powder charge for that particular caliber.
This Smith & Wesson Model 629 .44 Magnum Revolver is having a great life until its owner visits the range one day to try out some new hand-loads. He aims and fires...Suddenly his gun goes BANG! in a very abnormal way. After experiencing a nasty blow to the forehead and hearing little bells and tweety-birds, he looks at his .44 and this is what he finds...
This Smith & Wesson Model 629 .44 Magnum Revolver is having a great life until its owner visits the range one day to try out some new hand-loads. He aims and fires...Suddenly his gun goes BANG! in a very abnormal way. After experiencing a nasty blow to the forehead and hearing little bells and tweety-birds, he looks at his .44 and this is what he finds...
Reciprocity - Where is the Utah Permit Recognized?
For an up to date map with additional info on which states recognize the Utah Concealed Firearms Permit, go to this page. The map is at the bottom of the page. Please consult each state for regulations on concealed carry in that particular state.
Utah recognizes all other states' valid Concealed Firearms Permits (Some states' permits become invalid if you are no longer a resident of that state.). Your unexpired Utah CFP remains valid where ever it is recognized no matter what state you reside in.
Thanks to our hostess and her family and everyone that participated in last weekend's CFP class! Thanks for taking responsibility for your own safety and that of those around you.
Utah recognizes all other states' valid Concealed Firearms Permits (Some states' permits become invalid if you are no longer a resident of that state.). Your unexpired Utah CFP remains valid where ever it is recognized no matter what state you reside in.
Thanks to our hostess and her family and everyone that participated in last weekend's CFP class! Thanks for taking responsibility for your own safety and that of those around you.
Friday, January 8, 2010
FREE Targets to Print Out!
Remember: practice, practice, practice!
Just go to this website and enjoy!
Just go to this website and enjoy!
Monday, January 4, 2010
Carrying on Campus
Jordan School District
The following comes directly from Jordan School District's Policy Manual (emphasis added):
"JORDAN SCHOOL DISTRICT
"Statement of . . . P O L I C Y
"Number: AA409
"Effective: 6/14/88
"Revision: 7/15/03
"SUBJECT: Scope of Employment
"II. Administration Policy
"The scope of employment policy shall be administered according to the following guidelines:
"Guidelines
"D. Possession or use of a weapon by any employee in a school building, in or on school property, or in conjunction with any school activity, unless specifically authorized by law, is in violation of the law and Jordan School District Policy, and will be subject to disciplinary sanctions which may include termination.
"The law provides that a qualified person may receive a permit “to carry a concealed firearm for lawful self defense….” UCA §53-5-704(1). A concealed dangerous weapon means “…a dangerous weapon that is covered, hidden or secreted in a manner that the public would not be aware of its presence and is readily accessible for immediate use.” UCA §76-10-501 (2)(a).
"Employees of Jordan School District who obtain concealed weapons permits do so in their own individual capacities. Any use of such weapons is outside the scope of employment, is contrary to the purposes of employment by the District and is done solely in the employee’s personal capacity, not as an employee of the District.
"This policy applies to all employees, contract employees, on-site vendors and volunteers."
Is Not "Specifically Authorized by Law"
Utah law makes no specific authorization for "open carry." The law does not prohibit it, either. Utah law is silent on this practice. "Open carry" is legal in Utah just like it's legal to breath air even though the law does not specifically authorize or address either practice.
Is "Specifically Authorized by Law"
What is specificaaly authorized by law is concealed carry on school grounds and in school buildings (see Utah code: 76-10-505.5 and 53-5-704).
Marty's Opinion
The more responsible, law abiding, armed educators we have around our children, the better.
How long did it take for the authorities to take care of business at Virginia Tech? How about Columbine High? How long would it take at your child's school? What if you're the teacher? How long would it take for the authorities to defend your students from an active shooter? How long would it take you to do it? Should you do it? I would love to know what your thoughts are.
If you're interested in the carry policy for your school district or have a response to my opinion, please email me at marty.mckay@yahoo.com and I'll try to include it in my next post.
Thanks all!
The following comes directly from Jordan School District's Policy Manual (emphasis added):
"JORDAN SCHOOL DISTRICT
"Statement of . . . P O L I C Y
"Number: AA409
"Effective: 6/14/88
"Revision: 7/15/03
"SUBJECT: Scope of Employment
"II. Administration Policy
"The scope of employment policy shall be administered according to the following guidelines:
"Guidelines
"D. Possession or use of a weapon by any employee in a school building, in or on school property, or in conjunction with any school activity, unless specifically authorized by law, is in violation of the law and Jordan School District Policy, and will be subject to disciplinary sanctions which may include termination.
"The law provides that a qualified person may receive a permit “to carry a concealed firearm for lawful self defense….” UCA §53-5-704(1). A concealed dangerous weapon means “…a dangerous weapon that is covered, hidden or secreted in a manner that the public would not be aware of its presence and is readily accessible for immediate use.” UCA §76-10-501 (2)(a).
"Employees of Jordan School District who obtain concealed weapons permits do so in their own individual capacities. Any use of such weapons is outside the scope of employment, is contrary to the purposes of employment by the District and is done solely in the employee’s personal capacity, not as an employee of the District.
"This policy applies to all employees, contract employees, on-site vendors and volunteers."
Is Not "Specifically Authorized by Law"
Utah law makes no specific authorization for "open carry." The law does not prohibit it, either. Utah law is silent on this practice. "Open carry" is legal in Utah just like it's legal to breath air even though the law does not specifically authorize or address either practice.
Is "Specifically Authorized by Law"
What is specificaaly authorized by law is concealed carry on school grounds and in school buildings (see Utah code: 76-10-505.5 and 53-5-704).
Marty's Opinion
The more responsible, law abiding, armed educators we have around our children, the better.
How long did it take for the authorities to take care of business at Virginia Tech? How about Columbine High? How long would it take at your child's school? What if you're the teacher? How long would it take for the authorities to defend your students from an active shooter? How long would it take you to do it? Should you do it? I would love to know what your thoughts are.
If you're interested in the carry policy for your school district or have a response to my opinion, please email me at marty.mckay@yahoo.com and I'll try to include it in my next post.
Thanks all!
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