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Jun
27
The Denver Post article, ”Book goes inside the minds of gun criminals,” by Monte Whaley, in the 06-26-09 issue of the paper, deals with 73 criminals who used firearms in the commission of one or more crimes. The upcoming book, Guns, Violence, and Criminal Behavior: The Offender’s Perspective, apparently offers interesting insights into criminal gun use among [...]
May
1
Rumor has it that the Colorado State Legislature will end their session on Tuesday, 05-05-09, instead of the date set in statute, which is 05-06-09. As of today, there has been no reported action on HB09-1180, which would allow Colorado citizens who have current concealed carry permits to use the permits and an approved photo [...]
Apr
14
Colorado House Bill 1180 passes second reading in Senate
April 14, 2009 | Leave a Comment
Urgent: HB 1180, which allows a concealed carry permit holder to use his or her permit in lieu of a background check to buy a gun has passed second reading in the State Senate. The bill is up for third reading in the Senate, possibly as early as tomorrow. Please call your state senator and [...]
Mar
19
Liberal Judge stops concealed carry in national parks
March 19, 2009 | 5 Comments
Well, it lasted longer than I predicted, and the Holder Justice Department defended the rule, but concealed carry permit holders are now barred by a preliminary injunction from carrying guns in national parks in accordance with the state law in which a park is located. Mainstream Media news reports on this topic almost always neglect [...]
Mar
18
Restored concealed carry bill on way to CO State Senate
March 18, 2009 | Leave a Comment
Colorado Residents:
HB 09-1180 was restored to its original purpose in the Senate Judiciary Committee on Monday, 03-16-09. This bill would allow Colorado Concealed Carry Permit Holders to use their permits in lieu of background checks when buying guns from dealers and at gun shows.
Steve Schreiner of the Firearms Coalition of Colorado was in the hearing [...]