Lawmaker says there's no need for gun carry permits, by
Denise Dillon, 11/21/18.
ATLANTA - A Georgia lawmaker
is aiming to change gun laws in the state. State Representative
Matt Gurtler says we all have a right to bear arms, so we shouldn't need a
permit as well.
Representative Gurtler has pre-filed legislation for Georgia to
become a "Constitutional Carry" state. "This is only for
law-abiding citizens who want to be able to conceal or open carry a pistol in
the state of Georgia," said Representative Gurtler.
State Representative Mary Margaret Oliver is strongly opposed to
the idea. She says there needs to be some oversight of gun ownership. "More
gun relaxation of carrying guns, more guns, more places, more days with no
review, no background checks, it's not what Georgians want," said
Representative Oliver.
Representative Gurtler filed similar legislation last year but
it didn't get very far. He says this time he thinks he has a better shot
because he has the support of Governor-elect Brian Kemp. He also
says there would still be an option to buy a permit if a gun owner wants to
travel out of state.
"If you'd like to have reciprocity with other states you'd
still have to get your Georgia weapons license and pay that fee, that tax, and
you'd have that reciprocity," says Representative Gurtler.
About 12 other states are "Constitutional Carry"
states.
Norb Leahy, Dunwoody
GA Tea Party Leader
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