Constitutional Carry Is Bad For All Gun Owners!?

Published on March 13, 2024
Duration: 15:09

This video discusses the implementation of constitutional carry in South Carolina, allowing eligible individuals to carry firearms openly or concealed without a permit. The speaker, a firearms instructor, argues that this expansion of Second Amendment rights is beneficial, citing studies that show no significant increase in crime in states with similar laws. He also addresses concerns about lack of training, emphasizing that permit classes are basic and that responsible gun ownership requires seeking additional training regardless of carry laws.

Quick Summary

South Carolina has enacted constitutional carry, allowing eligible individuals to carry firearms openly or concealed without a permit. This law removes the duty to inform law enforcement and does not require a CWP for basic carry. Studies suggest no significant increase in crime rates in states with constitutional carry, and the law aims to remove financial barriers to self-defense.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: SC Constitutional Carry
  2. 00:19Channel Links & Socials
  3. 00:56Evolution of Concealed Carry in SC
  4. 01:13CWP Requirements: Past vs. Present
  5. 02:35New Constitutional Carry Law Explained
  6. 03:20No More Duty to Inform
  7. 03:43Officer Stop Requirements
  8. 04:00Stiffer Penalties for Felons
  9. 04:35Additional Penalties Without CWP
  10. 04:54Encouraging CWP Still
  11. 05:54Funding for Free CWP Classes
  12. 06:06Certified Instructor Classes
  13. 06:20Why Still Get a CWP?
  14. 06:53Speaker's Support for Constitutional Carry
  15. 07:03Argument: Lack of Training
  16. 07:13CWP Classes vs. Real Training
  17. 07:54Individual Responsibility for Training
  18. 08:41Regardless of Carry: Seek Training
  19. 09:04Crime Rates in Constitutional Carry States
  20. 09:35The Second Amendment as a God-Given Right
  21. 10:16Study: Constitutional Carry & Crime Rates
  22. 11:33Defensive Uses of Firearms
  23. 11:49Removing Permission & Money Barriers
  24. 12:23Governor McMaster Signs Law
  25. 12:32SLED's Upcoming Tasks
  26. 13:07Should You Still Get a CWP?
  27. 13:34Viewer Feedback & Subscription
  28. 13:45Link Tree & Merch
  29. 14:03Conclusion & Outro

Frequently Asked Questions

What is constitutional carry in South Carolina?

Constitutional carry in South Carolina allows eligible individuals, aged 18 and over and not prohibited from owning firearms, to carry handguns openly or concealed without needing a government-issued permit. This law removes the previous requirement for a Concealed Carry Permit (CWP) for basic carry rights.

Does constitutional carry increase crime rates?

According to a study cited in the video, homicide rates in states with constitutional carry have not significantly increased and, in some cases, have decreased. The speaker argues that criminals will continue their actions regardless of carry laws, while law-abiding citizens gain easier access to self-defense.

Is a Concealed Carry Permit (CWP) still necessary in South Carolina?

While constitutional carry removes the permit requirement for carrying in South Carolina, a CWP may still be beneficial for reciprocity with other states, allowing you to legally carry in jurisdictions that recognize your permit. It also provides some legal advantages and may be preferred by some individuals for the training and knowledge gained.

What are the new penalties for prohibited persons carrying firearms in South Carolina?

The new law in South Carolina imposes stiffer penalties for prohibited persons caught with a concealable weapon. For a first offense, it's no more than 5 years; for a second offense, a mandatory minimum of 5 years up to 20; and for a third offense, a mandatory minimum of 10 years up to 30, in addition to other penalties if a crime is committed with the weapon.

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