The Craziest Gun Laws Flashcards

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1
Q

Which States allow concealed Carry without any permit?

A

Alaska
Arizona
Wyoming
Vermont

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How does Vermont stand out of the pack concerning concealed guns?

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Vermont allows people as young as 16 to conceal carry without parental permission
They can as well buy handguns

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3
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What is the “castle doctrine”?

A

It is a class of laws that clarify homeowners have no duty to retreat or to refrain from the use of deadly force when they deal threatened in their domicile

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In how many states are people allowed to use deadly force when they feel threatened in public?

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34

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What is the American Legal Exchange Council model law that Florida follows?

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It bans police from arresting people who use deadly force in public unless there is probable cause that they did not act in response to a perceived threat

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How many states allow open carry of handguns without a permit?

A

35

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How many states ban the open carry of handguns ?

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3

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How many states allow open carry of long guns (rifles or shotguns)?

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47

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