Government not adapting to increase in concealed permit applications
Part of the permit application process is the electronic scanning of applicant’s fingerprints, which is performed by the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office for a fee of $42.25. In 2008, 5,199 people were fingerprinted for concealed weapons permits, and from January-April of 2009, 2,462 people have been fingerprinted. Sheriff John Rutherford wasn’t alarmed by the numbers and [...]
Tennessee Governor Says He Will Veto Bill That Allows Guns In Bars
Tennessee Gov. Phil Bredesen says he intends to veto a bill to allow state handgun permit holders to take their weapons into bars and other establishments serving alcohol. Legislative leaders are predicting an override, however.
Bredesen, a Democrat, plans to announce his decision at an afternoon news conference in Nashville. He’ll be joined by police chiefs [...]
