Concealed License Badge, Trash It ! WeaponsEducation

Published on July 25, 2015
Duration: 6:11

This video strongly advises against purchasing or displaying concealed weapons permit badges, often sold at gun shows. The instructor emphasizes that only the official government-issued license is necessary for legal concealed carry. Displaying a badge can lead to awkward interactions with law enforcement, security personnel, and create a false sense of authority, potentially leading to dangerous misunderstandings.

Quick Summary

Concealed weapons permit badges sold at gun shows are unofficial and should be avoided. Only your official government-issued concealed carry license and driver's license are legally required for carrying a firearm. Displaying unofficial badges can lead to misunderstandings with law enforcement and create unnecessary scrutiny.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Encounter with a Subscriber
  2. 00:12Concealed Weapons Permit Terminology
  3. 00:26Subscriber Shows Off Badge
  4. 01:13Badge Purchased at Gun Show
  5. 01:22The Badge is Trash
  6. 01:54What You Actually Need
  7. 02:09CCW Lawyer License
  8. 02:42Problems with the Badge
  9. 02:50Pulled Over by Police
  10. 03:31Badge Creates False Sense of Authority
  11. 04:12Guard Gate Scenario
  12. 05:06Badge is Hideous and Immature
  13. 05:26Not Worth Impersonating
  14. 05:40Bogus Badge Details

Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I not buy a concealed weapons permit badge from a gun show?

Concealed weapons permit badges sold at gun shows are unofficial and can lead to serious misunderstandings. They are not legally recognized and can cause awkward interactions with law enforcement, potentially being mistaken for impersonating an officer. Only your official government-issued license is required for legal concealed carry.

What are the risks of displaying a concealed weapons permit badge?

Displaying an unofficial concealed weapons badge can create a false sense of authority, leading to scrutiny from law enforcement or security. It can also put you in an awkward position at checkpoints like guard gates, raising unnecessary red flags and potentially complicating your interactions.

What documents are actually needed to legally carry a concealed firearm?

To legally carry a concealed firearm, you primarily need your official government-issued concealed carry license and your driver's license. Some may also recommend having a CCW lawyer's card for potential legal situations, but unofficial badges are never required or recommended.

Are concealed weapons permit badges legitimate?

No, concealed weapons permit badges purchased from places like gun shows or online are not legitimate. They are unofficial, often described as 'tacky' and 'hideous,' and lack any legal standing. They can be perceived as an attempt to impersonate law enforcement, which is illegal and dangerous.

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