Gun Rights Group Fights For Concealed Weapons to Be Allowed at NC State Fair |
Written by Bruce Ferrell
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Saturday, 11 October 2014 08:55 |
RALEIGH -- A gun-rights group has asked a North Carolina court for a temporary injunction to keep the state from enforcing its ban on concealed weapons at the State Fair. Grass Roots North Carolina argues that a recent change in state law makes it legal for people to carry concealed guns at the fair.
It says the Department of Agriculture, which oversees the fair, is breaking the law by telling gun owners otherwise. The group filed a complaint Thursday afternoon in Wake County Superior Court. Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler has said that while he's a gun owner, he thinks it's a bad idea to allow guns at the crowded fair.
Department of Agriculture Public Affairs Director - Brian Long - says Commissioner Troxler met with the group last month
"We have a disagreement on exactly what the law says. We think the law is unclear and we therefore are maintaining our policy."
Grass Roots N-C will bring the suit, saying they would only be carrying firearms for personal protection.
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Last Updated on Saturday, 11 October 2014 08:57 |