ncnewsline.com – Christine Zhu – 2025-03-18 12:52:00
SUMMARY: The North Carolina Senate Judiciary Committee approved Senate Bill 50, allowing permitless concealed carry of handguns for U.S. citizens aged 18 and older. The bill, sponsored by Senators Danny Britt, Warren Daniel, and Eddie Settle, aims to eliminate the current requirement for permits and training for concealed carry. Proponents, including Senate leader Phil Berger, argue it aligns with constitutional rights. However, critics, including law enforcement and public health advocates, express concerns about public safety and potential increases in gun violence, citing that removing permitting requirements correlates with higher firearm-related crime rates. The bill now moves to the Senate Rules Committee.
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carolinapublicpress.org – Jane Winik Sartwell – 2025-03-18 00:30:00…