CONCEALED CARRY/LAWFUL PURPOSE.

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House Bill 578 (Public) Filed Wednesday, April 14, 2021
AN ACT TO ALLOW THE CONCEALED CARRY OF A PISTOL OR GUN EXCEPT WHERE THE PISTOL OR GUN IS BEING CARRIED FOR AN ILLEGAL PURPOSE.
Intro. by Pittman, Kidwell.

Status: Ref to the Com on Judiciary 3, if favorable, Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House (House action) (Apr 19 2021)
H 578

Bill Summaries:

  • Summary date: Apr 14 2021 - View Summary

    Revises GS 14-269(a1), making it unlawful to carry a concealed pistol or gun for an illegal purpose (was, barred for any purpose, unless exemptions apply). Makes a conforming repeal of substantive language allowing for concealed carry on one's own premises, with a concealed carry permit, or by a military permittee, and related defenses to prosecution under the statute. Makes technical changes. Applies to offenses committed on or after December 1, 2021.