Open carry a gun in a city?

Question

I was just wandering if a cop would arrest me if I were to carry a handgun on my hip in the middle of the city

Answer 1

Not in New Mexico. You can also carry a concealed weapon in your vehicle without a permit because your vehicle is considered an extension of your home. Very Nice!!!!!!!!

Answer 2

--- Every state is different, which is as it should be. There are some states that allow going armed with an open pistol on your hip and some that don't allow it.

--- In either case if you do so you are going to be checked out thoroughly and often by every officer that sees you. That is because police in the USA have gotten used to people not availing themselves of their second amendment rights and so seeing someone carrying a hog-leg draws instant attention.

--- On top of that, going openly armed is begging for someone to take it away from you and that's a whole different can of worms.

--- It is far better and safer to get a concealed carry law in your state and carry a hidden weapon.

Answer 3

It's a sign of threat, so yes they can.

Answer 4

It's legal to "open carry" in some states..

Answer 5

You do realize even if legal a cop is gonna have his pointed right between your eyes first and then ask questions...

My money would be on you going to jail on some phony charge or worse case a trip to the coroner

Answer 6

Depends on what city, how old you are, your criminal background, and what the state laws are.  My guess, based on your question, you would end up getting shot with your own gun.

Answer 7

It depends on the local laws where you are.  Some states, like Kentucky, allow open carry of firearms.  Some states, like Florida, do not allow it.  Some cities can enact more strict laws on open carry as well.  Be assured, though, that regardless of the law, someone will call the police if you are dumb enough to walk around with a gun on your hip.  If you want to carry, get a carry permit and keep it concealed.

EDIT> Pat below: ROFL!!!

Answer 8

yep. he can see you as a threat and take action. its best to get a CCL.

Answer 9

If you have a concealed/open handgun permit, nope. They might ask to see your permit, but I doubt it. I did the same thing in Charlotte NC and just got a few strange looks. Just don't walk into a bank or federal building. Hope this helped. (The concealed carry permit class is fun!!)