CCW question

[Nutz275]

During CC, is it legal to have the outline of your handgun seen by others or illegal? It is a gray area for me and I just want to make sure of it before it becomes a public issue. I use a 5.11 holster shirt, but sometimes I think it can be seen under my arm.

Any responses greatly appreciated.

 

[chootem]

Good question. I have been wondering what the "law" is on printing also... I normally use an IWB holster but sometimes use an OWB holster that with certain clothing prints somewhat. I might be just a little paranoid of this but you can see the print of the bottom of the mag and the grip....

 

[US Infidel]

Being able to tell your carrying will just give people something to cry about. And you may loose some tactical advantage. It's sometimes easy to tell who's carrying, just walking around Walmart. But not illegal. Just keep it covered.

 

[Sugarbug]

Its legal in LA to open carry so I don't think printing a concealed gun should be an issue. If it is.... tell the LEO that stops you that you're open carrying.

 

[US Infidel]

I'd rather not have to get into a pissing match with a cop who doesn't know the law. What no one knows, doesn't hurt them.

 

[oleheat]

LA is an open-carry state, so it's not an issue here (other than letting others know you are carrying)- but it is in some other states- like Texas (which is NOT an OC state).

Be sure you aren't "printing" if you travel there.

 

[kcinnick]

I carry OWB a lot and don't print. Get a proper holster or don't where skin tight clothes. Sure if I make some extreme movements the gun might not print, but I will tell you people are completely oblivious to there surroundings and most don't even notice you are carrying a gun, even if carrying openly.

 

[charlie12]

I'd rather not have to get into a pissing match with a cop who doesn't know the law. What no one knows, doesn't hurt them.

Legal or not won't stop a dumbass LEO from arresting you if he wants to, Just ask MEM.

I think there's a law/rule about it somewhere but I can't find it now.

If you didn't have a CHP and was printing what would you be arrested for??? Carrying a concealed handgun.

 

[US Infidel]

Legal or not won't stop a dumbass LEO from arresting you if he wants to

That's what I'm saying. You'd be surprised how many LEOs don't know the law. Most do, but a lot don't.

 

[charlie12]

That's what I'm saying. You'd be surprised how many LEOs don't know the law. Most do, but a lot don't.

I know what you're talking about but I'm not surprised. I see and read it all the time. I've had my CHP since LSP started doing them years ago and know I print from time to time.

 

[chootem]

I am speaking of printing when I make certain movements. I agree that most people are totally oblivious to the fact. I am just trying to make sure not to get arrested b/c a possible law enforcement officer might not have an understanding of the law. I don't want to wear 4x shirts and look like I have the sagging pants syndrome!!! LOL Is there an actual law written regarding this? I cannot find one but I am not a googlefu expert either!!

I carry OWB a lot and don't print. Get a proper holster or don't where skin tight clothes. Sure if I make some extreme movements the gun might not print, but I will tell you people are completely oblivious to there surroundings and most don't even notice you are carrying a gun, even if carrying openly.

 

[Guate_shooter]

NOT a legal issue in Louisiana, just dont let it happen to you in Texas

 

[returningliberty]

No worries here man, you're good regardless. No cop is going to arrest you for profiling, it's possible he'd harass you, but I'd doubt it.
In other states, they don't play though. I was told by an Extremely displeased HPD officer that I needed a longer overshirt.

 

[olivs260]

I never got the printing crap in Texas. I understand OC is a no-no there, but printing? Really?

Kind of goes against what you'd think most Texans thought about guns... I guess stereotype is stereotype.

 

[NRA Iota]

I was in south Texas the other day...and yes, OC is a no-no.....and I was "advised" to conceal more because I was printing on my front pocket.
He was border enforcement. I guess concealed really means concealed over there.
Over here....you good to go , as long as you dont make some anti-gun weirdo suspicious.

 

[762NATO]

I'll say it before someone else does.

Concealed is concealed.

 

[returningliberty]

I'll say it before someone else does.

Concealed is concealed.

Only to a point though. You shouldn't have to get your shirts special tailored just so your pistol doesn't profile when you bend over or reach up.

 

[Leadfoot]

You could get a "shoot me first" vest, complete with one of these:

 

[deafdave3]

LA is an open-carry state, so it's not an issue here (other than letting others know you are carrying)- but it is in some other states- like Texas (which is NOT an OC state).

Be sure you aren't "printing" if you travel there.

Very true. I've gotten into some "hot water" because of the stupid printing issue here.